Reception Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Griffithstown Primary School

TN United Kingdom; Pontypool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Reception Teacher for maternity cover at Griffithstown Primary School. This role involves creating engaging and challenging learning experiences for young learners, ensuring they reach their full potential. The successful candidate will join a committed team focused on providing the best educational start for children. With a strong emphasis on safeguarding and promoting welfare, this temporary position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students. If you are passionate about education and have the required qualifications, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• QTS Teaching Degree is essential for this role.
• Experience in teaching and understanding of a skills-based curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide stimulating and challenging learning opportunities.
• Support the learning and achievement of all pupils.

Skills

Teaching Degree (QTS)

Skills-based curriculum understanding

Strategies for additional learning needs

Experience in PS1, PS2, or PS3

Education

Teaching Degree (QTS)

Job description

Reception Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Griffithstown Primary School, Pontypool

Client: Torfaen County Borough Council

Location: Pontypool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e4bef5821989

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

CONTRACT: TEMPORARY – MATERNITY COVER

Griffithstown Primary School, a continually improving school in the Borough of Torfaen, is looking for an outstanding teacher capable of providing stimulating, exciting, and challenging learning opportunities to enable all learners to reach their potential. The successful candidate will become part of a committed team of professionals dedicated to giving the children of Griffithstown the best start to their education.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive, and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All employees, paid or unpaid, are expected to share this commitment.

Qualifications / Experience:

Essential:

• Teaching Degree (QTS).
• A clear understanding of a skills-based curriculum.
• Awareness of strategies for improving the learning and achievement of pupils with additional learning needs, including those who are more able and talented.
• Experience of teaching in PS1, PS2, or PS3.

Desirable:

• Experience in directing support staff in supporting learning.

For a full list of criteria, please view the job description.