The Governing Body, staff and pupils at Rhos Primary seek to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and willing to learn, Foundation Phase teacher, to join our welcoming, nurturing, and hardworking team.

The successful candidate will:

- be a high calibre, inspiring Foundation Phase teacher

- be an excellent class practitioner with a deep understanding of how children learn, and have a sound knowledge of child development

- provide high quality learning experiences by planning for, and leading engaging experiences, enabling adults and effective environments within the classroom

- work as part of a team and manage staff

- Be willing to work with external agencies to provide the best possible start for all learners

- Have a good knowledge of and understanding of how to plan effectively for learners' progress within the 5 developmental pathways of CfW early years curriculum

- Be able to foster and maintain close working relationships with parents and carers

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Check (child’s list) from the Disclosure & Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

To commence: January 2026 until 31st August 2026. This position will then be reviewed.