Teacher of Welsh

Elementa Support Services Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Elementa Support Services Ltd are recruiting a Teacher of Welsh for a contract/long-term supply role in Powys. You will plan and deliver Welsh lessons across KS3/KS4, with KS5 experience desirable, and foster speaking, listening and writing in Welsh while promoting Welsh culture.

The successful candidate will hold QTS, EWC registration, and an Enhanced DBS (Update Service preferred). A supportive environment and ongoing professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration or willingness to register.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Experience teaching Welsh at secondary level, including placements.
• Strong subject knowledge and effective classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Welsh lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Teach across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable).
• Develop speaking, listening, reading and writing in Welsh.
• Promote Welsh culture and language within the school community.
• Create differentiated lessons for varying abilities.
• Assess, monitor, and report student progress.
• Contribute to safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour.

Skills

Welsh language fluency

Classroom management

Curriculum delivery

KS3/KS4 teaching

Welsh culture promotion

Education

QTS

EWC registration

Job description

Teacher of Welsh

• Type: Contract / Long-term Supply
• Location: Powys
• Start date: ASAP
• Hours: Full-time
• Pay: Paid to scale (MPS/UPS, dependent on experience)

Are you an enthusiastic Welsh Teacher passionate about promoting the Welsh language and culture? Do you inspire young people to develop confidence in speaking, reading, and writing Welsh while fostering a love of language learning?

Elementa Support Services is working in partnership with a supportive and forward-thinking secondary school in Powys to recruit a knowledgeable and committed Teacher of Welsh. This is an exciting opportunity to engage students through creative and inspiring lessons in a positive and inclusive learning environment.

About the Role

• Plan and deliver engaging Welsh lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Teach across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable where applicable)
• Develop students’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Welsh
• Promote Welsh culture, heritage, and language development across the school community
• Create engaging and differentiated lessons that support learners of varying abilities
• Foster confidence, communication skills, and a positive attitude towards language learning
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress effectively
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour at all times
• Contribute to departmental planning and the wider school community

What We’re Looking For

To be considered, candidates must have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (Elementa can assist)
• Experience teaching Welsh at secondary level (including placements)
• Strong subject knowledge and confident classroom management skills
• Fluency in spoken and written Welsh

Desirable:

• Experience teaching KS5 Welsh or Welsh Second Language
• A reflective and adaptable teaching approach
• A passion for promoting bilingualism and Welsh culture

Recruitment & Safeguarding Information

All applications will be managed by Elementa Support Services as the recruitment partner for this client. Elementa is committed to safeguarding children in all processes, and all successful applicants will undergo a full pre-screen to assess their suitability for the role. Any appointment will be subject to:

• A successful interview process
• Satisfactory references
• Safeguarding & Prevent training
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in the appropriate categories
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
• Successful completion of a 12-week / 60 paid day employment trial period

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu
• PAYE contract – unless requested otherwise, providing full employment protections
• Training & Support – free or heavily discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
• Dedicated candidate manager providing regular welfare contact and ongoing support
• Fair pay policy – paid to scale; any variation agreed in writing prior to placement
• Additional staff support services – access to partner services including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more

This Role Is Not Suitable For Applicants:

• Withiut fluency in spoken and written Welsh
• Not currently based within the UK
• Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
• Without UK secondary school teaching experience