Welsh Teacher

Eastern High School/Ysgol Uwchradd y Dwyrain; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern High School/Ysgol Uwchradd y Dwyrain in Cardiff is seeking a dynamic Welsh teacher who can inspire pupils and cultivate a genuine passion for the language. You will deliver engaging, high-quality lessons that reflect the school’s commitment to resilience, respect and belonging while supporting every learner to Flourish in Life.

The role requires strong classroom practice, a collaborative approach with colleagues and a drive to develop Welsh across KS3 and KS4.

Qualifications

• Be highly effective in the classroom, using diverse pedagogies for all learners.
• Demonstrate infectious enthusiasm for teaching Welsh and create engaging lessons.
• Support the Welsh Department in developing learning and progression for KS3 & KS4.
• Engage in collaborative professional learning and promote teamwork within the school.
• Build trauma-informed relationships and follow restorative practice.
• Develop learners' confidence to enjoy learning and participate in school life.

Responsibilities

• Be highly effective in the classroom, drawing on a wide range of pedagogical practices to meet the needs of all learners.
• Support the Welsh Department in developing learning and teaching by sharing best pedagogical practices to secure learner progression in KS3 & KS4
• Create meaningful relationships through trauma-informed approaches and restorative practice.

Skills

Welsh language teaching

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Differentiation

Trauma-informed practice

Education

Bachelor's degree in Welsh / Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and creative teacher with a passion for the Welsh language and its teaching. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic practitioner who can inspire pupils and enable them to Flourish in Life.

Our vision is rooted in the values of Resilience, Respect and Belonging, and we are looking for a teacher who is committed to embedding these values in everyday practice and nurturing them within our learners.

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality teaching and learning that meets the needs of all pupils. This is underpinned by inclusive and supportive pastoral care, a strong commitment to staff development, and a culture of professionalism and collaboration.

If you are the exceptional Teacher of Welsh that we are looking for, you will:

• Be highly effective in the classroom, drawing on a wide range of pedagogical practices to meet the needs of all learners, successfully supporting and challenging learners as they progress through school;
• Demonstrate infectious enthusiasm for the teaching of Welsh, creating a dynamic yet purposeful learning environment for pupils;
• Support the Welsh Department in developing learning and teaching by sharing best pedagogical practices to secure learner progression in KS3 & KS4
• Willing to actively engage in collaborative professional learning opportunities and promote effective collaboration within the wider school community
• Create meaningful and effective relationships through being trauma informed and following our restorative practice
• Develop the confidence of our learners to enjoy learning and to participate fully in the life of the school community.