Headteacher (Cwmbach Community Primary School)

Salary: L14 - L20 (£72,579 - £84,100)

Headteacher (Cwmbach Community Primary School)

CWMBACH COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL

HEADTEACHER

Salary: L14 - L20 (£72,579 - £84,100)

Start Date: 1st January 2027

NOR: 217 (Nursery - Year 6) plus 2 learning support classes

The Governing Body of Cwmbach Community Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational, caring and progressive Headteacher who will place the wellbeing and success of our pupils and staff at the heart of school life, build on the strength of our existing team and lead our school confidently into its next chapter.

We are a nurturing, welcoming and friendly school of approximately 242 pupils, situated in the village of Cwmbach in the Cynon Valley. Our caring and inclusive ethos is central to everything we do, and we are proud of the strong relationships that exist between our pupils, staff, families and wider community.

Our school includes two Learning Support Classes, which are an integral and valued part of our school community and are managed in partnership with the Local Authority.

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

• Is passionate about providing an excellent education, with high expectations, ensuring every child is supported to thrive, achieve and reach their full potential;
• Is a caring and compassionate leader who places the wellbeing of pupils and staff at the heart of school life and decision-making;
• Is a strategic thinker with a clear vision and the ambition to build on our existing strengths and lead the school confidently forward;
• Has proven leadership and management skills and will inspire, motivate and empower others, valuing their contribution and nurturing the strong team ethos that exists within our school;
• Is passionate about inclusive education, ensuring all children are valued, supported and enabled to thrive, and will work in close partnership with the Local Authority in the shared leadership and management of our Learning Support Classes and their staff;
• Is an excellent communicator who is approachable and visible and who will build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, parents and carers;
• Values the important role of families and the wider community and is committed to developing and strengthening these partnerships;
• Will work openly and effectivley with the Governing Body, Staff, the Local Authority and other partners to secure the very best outcomes for all our children.

We can offer:

• Happy, enthusiastic and caring pupils, who are proud of their school and eager to learn;
• A highly committed, supportive and experienced staff team, who work collaboratively and place the wellbeing and success of every child at the heart of all they do;
• A caring and inclusive school community, where the wellbeing of pupils and staff is valued and everyone is encouraged to feel respected, supported and able to thrive;
• A strong commitment to inclusion, including our two Learning Support Classes, which are an integral and valued part of our school community;
• A supportive and committed Governing Body who will work in partnership with the Headteacher, providing both support and constructive challenge;
• Supportive parents and carers and strong relationships with our local community;
• A school with strong foundations and a positive team ethos, together with the opportunity for a new Headteacher to bring their own vision and build confidently on our existing strengths;
• A rewarding opportunity to lead a school where children and people are at the heart of everything we do.

If you have any queries regarding your application, please contact Paul Hughes, HR Adviser on Telephone Number: (01443) 444554 or email paul.j.hughes@rctcbc.gov.uk

The closing date for this post is Thursday 24 th September 2026 at 11:59pm.

PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.

Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.

An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.