Deputy Headteacher - Llangynwyd Primary School

32.5 hours per week

Permanent

Llangynwyd Primary School is an inclusive, happy and friendly school for children aged 3-11. The school includes two resource CARE classes providing provision for pupils with ASD.

The Governors of this happy, successful school seek to appoint an ambitious, enthusiastic and innovative Deputy Headteacher with excellent management and interpersonal skills to assist the Headteacher in leading a team of dedicated teaching and support staff.

You should be:

- An outstanding practitioner committed to raising attainment and school improvement whilst preserving the strong ethos and inclusivity;

- Passionate about education and has the commitment and drive to lead curriculum developments which enable all children to succeed in their learning;

- Someone who has the necessary interpersonal and organisational skills to motivate and drive initiatives using the skills of the large staff team;

- Someone with the personality, drive and enthusiasm to support the Headteacher and Governors in leading and managing the school.

At Llangynwyd Primary School we are committed to high quality professional development, and can offer friendly, enthusiastic learners who will challenge your thinking. We are a fully inclusive, happy, welcoming and hard working community of staff, parents, governors and pupils who are enthusiastic about a quality educational experience.

Candidates selected for interview should contact the Headteacher to arrange a visit to view the school.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

An Enhanced with Childrens Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.

Closing Date: 28 January 2026

Shortlisting Date: 02 February 2026

Proposed observation dates: 09 or 11 February 2026

Interview Dates: 12 February and 13 February 2026

Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council

Job Description & Person Specification

Llangynwyd Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.