Headteacher

Wrexham County Borough Council; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking an experienced Headteacher for Ysgol Min y Ddol, a Welsh medium school in Wrexham. The role starts in January 2026 or as soon as possible. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership and a commitment to Welsh-medium education. Responsibilities include fostering high educational standards and building community partnerships. Application forms are available on the Wrexham Council website.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leadership roles within education.
• Ability to inspire and motivate staff and pupils.
• Strong community engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster high educational standards and achievement.
• Promote a strong Welsh medium educational ethos.
• Build partnerships with families and community.

Skills

Strong leadership

Commitment to health and wellbeing

Passion for teaching

Communication in Welsh

Education

NPQH qualification

Job description

Overview

Ysgol Min y Ddol is an inclusive and successful school where pupils thrive and become the best versions of themselves. We provide a safe and happy environment for our pupils and place their wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. The school is Welsh medium and provides for pupils from Cefn Mawr and the surrounding area. Pupils are highly motivated, and the school has a dedicated and caring team of staff who work closely with a committed and active governing body. Outdoor learning is a central part of our learning environment at Ysgol Min y Ddol and we are fortunate to have a wonderful forest school and large outdoor provisions in which our pupils can learn.

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a serving Headteacher or an experienced practitioner holding an NPQH qualification to apply for the role of Headteacher. The school starts January 2026 or as soon as possible. Leadership Scale L9 L15.

The Successful Candidate Should

• demonstrate strong and dynamic leadership with a clear vision for Welsh-medium education.
• show a strong commitment to promoting health and wellbeing, pupil voice and Welsh medium education.
• model and inspire excellent classroom practice and maintain a strong passion for teaching and learning.
• continue to build on the strengths of our school.
• develop each childs full potential in all aspects of school life.
• model and inspire excellent classroom practice across the school and maintain a strong passion for teaching and learning.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the wider community.
• Uphold and develop our inclusive and nurturing ethos.

Responsibilities and Conditions

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a visionary Headteacher with excellent leadership skills with the commitment and drive to maintain, develop and inspire high standards and levels of achievement. The ability to communicate and teach through the medium of Welsh is essential for this post.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. The Governing Body will consider exercising its rights to appoint the successful candidate at a point in the salary range appropriate to their skills and expertise, in accordance with the STPCD. This post is subject to Education Workforce Council Registration.

How to Apply

To apply: download and complete the PDF application form available on the webpage www.wrexham.gov.uk/jobs or email. Please return completed application forms directly to Mrs Laura Davies, Chair of Governors via email.

Wrexham Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age. Please note that all school positions are subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service).

Key Dates

• CLOSING DATE: Noon Friday 10 October 2025
• INTERVIEW PROCESS COMMENCING: Week commencing 20 October 2025
• INTERVIEWS: 22 October 2025

Contact information: Plas Kynaston Lane, Cefn Mawr, Wrexham LL14 3PY; Tel / Ffon: 01978 820903; E-mail: Headteacher / Pennaeth: Mrs Claire Rayner; Chair of Governors: Mrs Laura Davies.