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- Closing Date: 08 May, 2026 12:00 AM
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About the vacancy
Vacancy ID: 3165
Organisation:
Schools
Number of vacancies:
1
Contract type:
Permanent Full Time
Location:
Burry Port, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
Grade:
Head Teachers/Assistant Head Teachers/Deputy Head Teacher Pay and Conditions
If part time, the full time salary quoted (which is based on full time equivalent) will be pro-rata'd accordingly
Salary From:
L19 - £82,067
Salary To:
L23 - £90,509
Contract Hours
32hrs 30mins
Come and join our team
The Governing Body seeks to appoint an inspirational Head of School, at Glan-y-Môr, to work alongside the Executive Headteacher and the Senior Head of School at our partner school Bryngwyn. The vacancy provides an excellent opportunity for an existing senior leader, looking to take the next step in their career. It also provides the opportunity to work alongside an Executive Headteacher and existing Head of School, as well as a range of senior leaders in a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
This is an opportunity to join and take a lead role in a dynamic and flexible leadership team, committed to enabling our pupils to achieve more than they ever thought possible. Your professional development will be important to us. This role reflects the scale and context of the school within the Federation and will prepare the successful applicant for future headship either in the Federation or in another school.
Set on the attractive Millenium coastline of Llanelli, Glan-y-Môr serves a catchment from Llanelli through Pwll, Burry Port to Kidwelly. Glan-y-Môr is a mixed comprehensive school with nearly 600 learners, including a specialist facility for pupils with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) comprising of around 40 pupils, with its own specialist team. Glan-y-Môr is at an exciting phase in its development, with a new leadership team focussed on achieving excellence in everything, embarking on a new phase with an ambitious vision to create a learning organisation that has the greatest impact on the progress, development and wellbeing of its community. Since 2014, the school has worked in strategic federation very successfully with Ysgol Bryngwyn School, Dafen, Llanelli and there have been many beneficial professional development opportunities as part of a Federation.
Glan-y-Môr is a true community school, with strong links and partnerships with local Sports teams utilising the new 3G pitch, local groups using our Youth block facility and close ties with organisations such as the RNLI. Our pupils and staff are proud to be a part of our community and always strive to give every effort to be successful in all that they do.
The Governing Body seeks to appoint an exceptional leader to join the existing high-performing executive leadership team as Head of School for Glan-y-Môr. The Head of School will take responsibility for all aspects of the day-to-day operations on the Glan-y-Môr School site and contribute to the strategic leadership of the Federation in conjunction with the Executive Headteacher and Federation Senior Leadership Team.
You will:
Glan-y-Môr is proud to be a school based in the heart of its community. It fosters excellent relationships and creates unity and cohesion with community groups and parents. This wider engagement is key to its success.
This role will be crucial to the fulfilment of a bold new development plan which is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the evolution of the Federation. For individuals aspiring to future headship, this post offers an excellent opportunity to develop as a leader in a highly supportive, developmental and ambitious environment.
As a Head of School, primarily based on the Glan-y-Môr site, the appointed candidate will bring a track record of successful leadership experience, strong organisational and management skills, combined with the strategic abilities to ensure that both Glan-y-Môr and Bryngwyn Schools continue to achieve their ambitious goals.
Applicants must possess the personal authority and gravitas to inspire staff, pupils and parents and a commitment to maintaining the highest possible standards and well-being; key values that reflect the aims and ethos of the School. They must be able to take accountability for all day-to-day operations on site and will contribute to the strategic development of the Federation.
Further information on the school is available on our website:
There will be an opportunity to visit the school and have a tour at 4pm on Thursday 30 April 2026. Please contact jenny.saunders@bryngwyn.cymru if you would like to visit on this date.
The closing date for applications is Friday 8th May 2026 at 9:00am.
Glan-y-Môr School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Job Description:
Head of School - Glan Y Môr Recruitment Pack .pdf - 16645KB Opens in a new window
DBS level:
An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk
Welsh language level - verbal
Level 2 - You will need a basic level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.
Closing Date: 08/05/2026, 09:00
The Rewards
We're proud to offer a range of benefits to our staff. Please note that the examples shown are just some of what may be available, and eligibility can vary depending on your role or contract type. For instance, certain benefits may not apply to casual workers .
Additional Information
We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.
Eligibility: You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work. P lease Note: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.
How to Apply: All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email: jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.
Please see the 'How we Recruit' guidance on the Careers Page for more information on the recruitment process.
We are committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Sharing your equality monitoring data allows us to assess the impact our recruitment and employment policies and practices have and gives us the opportunity to improve them where possible. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.
About the vacancy
Vacancy ID: 3165
Organisation:
Schools
Number of vacancies:
1
Contract type:
Permanent Full Time
Location:
Burry Port, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
Grade:
Head Teachers/Assistant Head Teachers/Deputy Head Teacher Pay and Conditions
If part time, the full time salary quoted (which is based on full time equivalent) will be pro-rata'd accordingly
Salary From:
L19 - £82,067
Salary To:
L23 - £90,509
Contract Hours
32hrs 30mins
Come and join our team
The Governing Body seeks to appoint an inspirational Head of School, at Glan-y-Môr, to work alongside the Executive Headteacher and the Senior Head of School at our partner school Bryngwyn. The vacancy provides an excellent opportunity for an existing senior leader, looking to take the next step in their career. It also provides the opportunity to work alongside an Executive Headteacher and existing Head of School, as well as a range of senior leaders in a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
This is an opportunity to join and take a lead role in a dynamic and flexible leadership team, committed to enabling our pupils to achieve more than they ever thought possible. Your professional development will be important to us. This role reflects the scale and context of the school within the Federation and will prepare the successful applicant for future headship either in the Federation or in another school.
Set on the attractive Millenium coastline of Llanelli, Glan-y-Môr serves a catchment from Llanelli through Pwll, Burry Port to Kidwelly. Glan-y-Môr is a mixed comprehensive school with nearly 600 learners, including a specialist facility for pupils with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) comprising of around 40 pupils, with its own specialist team. Glan-y-Môr is at an exciting phase in its development, with a new leadership team focussed on achieving excellence in everything, embarking on a new phase with an ambitious vision to create a learning organisation that has the greatest impact on the progress, development and wellbeing of its community. Since 2014, the school has worked in strategic federation very successfully with Ysgol Bryngwyn School, Dafen, Llanelli and there have been many beneficial professional development opportunities as part of a Federation.
Glan-y-Môr is a true community school, with strong links and partnerships with local Sports teams utilising the new 3G pitch, local groups using our Youth block facility and close ties with organisations such as the RNLI. Our pupils and staff are proud to be a part of our community and always strive to give every effort to be successful in all that they do.
The Governing Body seeks to appoint an exceptional leader to join the existing high-performing executive leadership team as Head of School for Glan-y-Môr. The Head of School will take responsibility for all aspects of the day-to-day operations on the Glan-y-Môr School site and contribute to the strategic leadership of the Federation in conjunction with the Executive Headteacher and Federation Senior Leadership Team.
You will:
- be emotionally intelligent and bring with you evidence of having delivered successful outcomes through leading, supporting, developing and challenging colleagues to succeed
- continually seek and act on feedback to enhance pupil experience, continue to raise progress and standards and further develop as a leader
- be a positive role model for colleagues and pupils alike, fostering trust and respect
- be passionate about ensuring that our pupils succeed by creating an environment where all are encouraged to reach their full potential.
Glan-y-Môr is proud to be a school based in the heart of its community. It fosters excellent relationships and creates unity and cohesion with community groups and parents. This wider engagement is key to its success.
This role will be crucial to the fulfilment of a bold new development plan which is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the evolution of the Federation. For individuals aspiring to future headship, this post offers an excellent opportunity to develop as a leader in a highly supportive, developmental and ambitious environment.
As a Head of School, primarily based on the Glan-y-Môr site, the appointed candidate will bring a track record of successful leadership experience, strong organisational and management skills, combined with the strategic abilities to ensure that both Glan-y-Môr and Bryngwyn Schools continue to achieve their ambitious goals.
Applicants must possess the personal authority and gravitas to inspire staff, pupils and parents and a commitment to maintaining the highest possible standards and well-being; key values that reflect the aims and ethos of the School. They must be able to take accountability for all day-to-day operations on site and will contribute to the strategic development of the Federation.
Further information on the school is available on our website:
There will be an opportunity to visit the school and have a tour at 4pm on Thursday 30 April 2026. Please contact jenny.saunders@bryngwyn.cymru if you would like to visit on this date.
The closing date for applications is Friday 8th May 2026 at 9:00am.
Glan-y-Môr School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Job Description:
Head of School - Glan Y Môr Recruitment Pack .pdf - 16645KB Opens in a new window
DBS level:
An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk
Welsh language level - verbal
Level 2 - You will need a basic level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.
Closing Date: 08/05/2026, 09:00
The Rewards
We're proud to offer a range of benefits to our staff. Please note that the examples shown are just some of what may be available, and eligibility can vary depending on your role or contract type. For instance, certain benefits may not apply to casual workers .
- Competitive salary
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing addition annual leave
- Access to staff health and wellbeing support
- Personal development and career progression
- Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
Additional Information
We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.
Eligibility: You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work. P lease Note: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.
How to Apply: All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email: jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.
Please see the 'How we Recruit' guidance on the Careers Page for more information on the recruitment process.
