Headteacher @ Bigyn

Edu Directory; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 69,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

LGPS Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Staff health and wellbeing support

Personal development and career growth

Staff discount schemes

Job summary

Bigyn School in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire is seeking a Head Teacher to lead inclusion, equity and excellence in a welcoming, inclusive multi‑cultural environment.

The successful candidate will hold NPQH, undergo an Enhanced DBS check, and demonstrate a strong track record in leadership. Welsh language proficiency at Level 3 is expected, with safeguarding at the forefront of every decision.

Qualifications

• NPQH requirement to be eligible for first Headteacher appointment.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Welsh language level - verbal Level 3.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Has a compelling vision for inclusion, equity and excellence, and is aspirational for every learner.
• Leads with integrity, empathy and authenticity, creating a culture where all pupils and staff feel valued, respected and empowered to succeed.
• Is deeply committed to relational and restorative practice, understanding the importance of positive relationships in securing wellbeing, engagement and achievement.
• Has a strong track record of successful leadership and school improvement.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building strong partnerships with pupils, families, governors, the Local Authority, health colleagues and wider agencies.
• Has a deep understanding of Additional Learning Needs and inclusive practice.
• Can drive continuous improvement through evidence-informed decision‑making, ensuring high‑quality teaching, learning and support for all pupils.
• Understands the importance of wellbeing for both pupils and staff and prioritises creating a nurturing environment where everyone can flourish.
• Has a strong understanding of the Curriculum for Wales and a commitment to delivering ambitious, authentic and meaningful learning experiences that inspire all learners to achieve their full potential.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to nurturing a Welsh ethos, language and culture, while promoting a strong sense of local identity and cynefin.

Education

NPQH

Job description

About the vacancy

Vacancy ID: 4061

Organisation: Schools

Number of vacancies: 1

Contract type: Permanent Full Time

Location: 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: L12 - £69,088

Salary To: L18* - £79,288

Contract Hours Full-time

About the school

Bigyn School is an inclusive English‑medium primary school serving pupils aged 3–11 in Llanelli. The school is recognised for its nurturing ethos, strong commitment to inclusion, and personalised approach to learning, ensuring that every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential. As a diverse and multicultural school community, Bigyn celebrates the rich range of backgrounds, experiences and cultures represented within the school, fostering respect, belonging and high aspirations for all. At Bigyn school, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to fostering a culture built upon trust, belonging, wellbeing and high expectations, underpinned by relational and restorative approaches that enable pupils, staff and families to thrive.

Key responsibilities

• Has a compelling vision for inclusion, equity and excellence, and is aspirational for every learner.
• Leads with integrity, empathy and authenticity, creating a culture where all pupils and staff feel valued, respected and empowered to succeed.
• Is deeply committed to relational and restorative practice, understanding the importance of positive relationships in securing wellbeing, engagement and achievement.
• Has a strong track record of successful leadership and school improvement.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building strong partnerships with pupils, families, governors, the Local Authority, health colleagues and wider agencies.
• Has a deep understanding of Additional Learning Needs and inclusive practice.
• Can drive continuous improvement through evidence-informed decision‑making, ensuring high‑quality teaching, learning and support for all pupils.
• Understands the importance of wellbeing for both pupils and staff and prioritises creating a nurturing environment where everyone can flourish.
• Has a strong understanding of the Curriculum for Wales and a commitment to delivering ambitious, authentic and meaningful learning experiences that inspire all learners to achieve their full potential.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to nurturing a Welsh ethos, language and culture, while promoting a strong sense of local identity and cynefin, enabling pupils to develop a deep understanding of their heritage, community and place within Wales and the wider world.

What we can offer

• A welcoming, inclusive and multicultural school community where diversity is celebrated and every individual is valued.
• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn.
• A talented, dedicated and caring staff who are committed to making a difference every day.
• Supportive and ambitious governors who are passionate about the future of the school.
• Strong partnerships with families, external agencies and the wider community.
• A culture that values collaboration, wellbeing, professional growth and continuous improvement.
• High‑quality professional learning and leadership development opportunities.
• The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people within a truly inclusive school community.

Eligibility requirements

Applicants applying for their first Headteacher appointment must hold the NPQH. We are happy to consider applicants who are on the current cohort of the NPQH programme.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Interview and assessment schedule

School Visit: 23/10/2026 @ 9:30am

Closing Date: 29/10/2026, 23:55

Shortlisting: 04/11/2026

Interviews: 26/11/2026 and 27/11/2026

Expected date of interview: 26 November 2026

Job description file

Job Description: 26-10-15 - Headteacher Recruitment Pack - Bigyn (006560).pdf - 301KB

Additional requirements

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 3 - You will need a good level of conversational Welsh.

Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing additional 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

Anonymous recruitment

• We adopt an 'anonymous recruitment' approach to shortlisting.
• Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made.
• 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.

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.

Right to work

Right to work eligibility: Every employer in the UK must carry out a Right to Work check before a new employee starts work. This is a legal requirement under the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 and applies to every worker, regardless of nationality.

Carmarthenshire County Council holds a valid sponsorship licence. However, applicants who require sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route must meet all eligibility criteria set out by the UK Government under the points-based immigration system. Before submitting an application, you should check whether the role meets the eligibility criteria in the UK Government guidance: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK . Please note: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria, your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or any offer of employment may be retracted.