Welsh Medium Y5 Teacher Wanted

Academics; Barry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Key Stage 2 Teacher for a Year 5 class in a Welsh-medium primary school in Barry. This full-time, temporary role offers competitive pay and the opportunity to thrive in a supportive school environment. Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status and be fluent in Welsh.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Holiday pay included

Flexible work opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Fluent Welsh language skills (spoken and written).
• Recent experience teaching in KS2, ideally Year 5.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Full classroom responsibility for a Year 5 class.
• Delivering the curriculum through Welsh.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Fluent Welsh language skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you a passionate and fluent Welsh‑speaking teacher looking for your next opportunity? Academics Ltd is currently recruiting for a Key Stage 2 Teacher to teach a Year 5 class in a Welsh‑medium primary school in Barry. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and enthusiastic teacher who thrives in a supportive and community‑focused school environment.

📍 Location: Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
📅 Start Date: ASAP / [Insert start date]
💼 Job Type: Full‑Time, Temporary (with potential for extension)
💰 Pay: £157.66 - £170.00 per day (dependent on experience)
🗣 Language Requirement: Fluent Welsh Speaker

The Role

• Full classroom responsibility for a Year 5 class within a Welsh‑medium school.
• Delivering the curriculum through the medium of Welsh.
• Creating a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Planning, preparing, and assessing work in line with curriculum guidelines.
• Supporting pupil progress across all areas of learning.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK.
• Fluent Welsh language skills (spoken and written).
• Recent experience teaching in KS2, ideally Year 5.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A passion for Welsh language and culture in education.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one through Academics).

Why Work with Academics

• Competitive daily pay: £165 - £180.00 per day.
• Holiday pay included.
• Flexible work opportunities and long‑term placements.
• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support.