Lead Practitioner -Welsh Language and Equality

Educators; Crosskeys; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised gym access

Headspace app access

Accessible campuses

Prayer rooms

Job summary

Coleg Gwent is seeking a Lead Practitioner for Welsh Language and Equality to champion Welsh language use and inclusive practice across the organisation. The role involves supporting and motivating staff and learners, with a focus on practical language use in daily teaching and work contexts.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a passion for Welsh language promotion and the ability to collaborate across teams in a bilingual culture.

Qualifications

• Must have A Level or Level 3 Welsh qualification.
• Lecturers must hold a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE).
• Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS check and EWC registration required.

Responsibilities

• Support and stimulate confident use of Welsh among staff and learners.
• Promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion across the organisation.
• Develop confidence and remove barriers to Welsh language use in teaching and workplace contexts.
• Make Welsh language accessible, relevant and practical in daily activities.

Skills

Welsh language proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative working

Education

A Level/Level 3 Welsh

PGCE or teaching qualification

Job description

Lead Practitioner -Welsh Language and Equality

Salary: £35,596 - £51,930

Lead Practitioner -Welsh Language and Equality

Job description

37 hours per week

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Lead Practitioner - Welsh Language and Equality to support and stimulate the confident use of the Welsh language among teaching staff and learners throughout the organisation, while also promoting the principles of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

We are looking for someone committed to developing confidence, breaking down barriers (both psychological and practical), and encouraging increased use of the Welsh language through creative, supportive and learner‑centred approaches. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a passion for promoting the Welsh language and equality, and the flexibility to work collaboratively to contribute positively to a dynamic bilingual culture.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of language acquisition, experience of supporting staff at different levels, and the ability to make the Welsh language accessible, relevant and practical in everyday teaching, learning and workplace contexts.

You must have either an A Level or Level 3 qualification in Welsh or a related subject.

Requirements & Compliance

• Safeguarding: Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and EWC registration (costs covered by the candidate).
• Qualifications: Lecturers must hold a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE) within a set period.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Coleg Gwent is an anti‑racist, Disability Confident Employer committed to equality under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome all identities and neurodiverse talent, particularly encouraging applications from underrepresented groups (Minority Ethnic, Female, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities). Support includes six staff networks (Race, LGBTQ+, Disability, etc.) and an ED&I steering group.

Staff Wellbeing

We provide comprehensive health support, including:

• Subsidised gym access and wellbeing activities.
• Access to the Headspace app and mental health champions.
• Accessible campuses and prayer rooms.

Closing Date: 08/11/2026

Interview Date: 16/11/26