Temporary Teacher (Coed Y Lan Primary School)

Educators; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Coed-Y-Lan Primary School is seeking a Temporary Teacher to join our welcoming team and deliver engaging lessons for primary pupils. The post is 32.5 hours per week and runs as a temporary contract until 31 August 2027.

Salary is based on the Teachers Payscale, with opportunities for professional development. The school prides itself on a supportive community, a caring staff culture and strong collaborative practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in primary teaching and ability to raise standards.
• Knowledge of Curriculum for Wales and ability to contribute to learning areas.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning to primary-aged children.
• Plan, assess and report on pupil progress.
• Contribute to school improvement and activities beyond the classroom.

Job description

Temporary Teacher (Coed Y Lan Primary School)

Salary: Teachers Payscale

Temporary Teacher (Coed Y Lan Primary School)

Coed-Y-Lan Primary School

Tyfica Road

Pontypridd

CF372DB

01443 486829

Numbers of Pupils on role: 138

Temporary Teacher

Hours: 32.5 Hours Per Week

Salary: Teachers Payscale

Start Date: 2 nd November 2026

Contract: Temporary until 31 st August 2027

The Governing Body of Coed-Y-Lan Primary School wish to appoint an outstanding and inspirational practitioner to the post of classroom teacher.

Coed-Y-Lan is a happy and welcoming school where staff, parents, governors and the community are committed to ensuring that our children have the aspirations and opportunities to develop into confident and independent individuals.

We are very excited to be able to offer a temporary teaching position at our school.

Coed-Y-Lan Primary School can offer you:

• Children who are enthusiastic and keen to learn
• A team of friendly, welcoming, supportive and dedicated staff, with a culture of mutual respect and teamwork
• A supportive Governing Body
• The opportunity to advance your career within a supportive environment with excellent training and professional learning opportunities available

We are looking for candida tes who:

• Are excellent practitioners with proven experience of raising standards
• Have experience of delivering high-quality teaching and learning within their classroom
• Are motivated and enthusiastic about teaching primary-aged children
• Are team players who will contribute fully to the life of the school
• Is an inspirational teacher who will enthuse all our children in their learning, putting well-being at the heart of the curriculum
• Are excellent communicators, with great people skills
• Has an understanding of Curriculum for Wales and is able to contribute to leading an area of learning
• embraces change and willing to be flexible

Should you require further information about the post or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact the Headteacher, Mrs Angharad Prys Evans on 01443 486829.

The closing date for applications is Friday 9 th October July 2026 at Midnight.

PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.

The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non‑binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.

An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.