Pupils on roll: 127 (Ages 3 - 19)
The Governing Body wish to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and passionate headteacher who will work in partnership with a dedicated and caring staff, a supportive governing body and happy, motivated and receptive pupils. This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate.
Ysgol Maes Y Coed prides itself on fostering and providing a warm, family-oriented environment and strongly believe that the links we establish with the parents and carers of pupils are a key ingredient to the happiness and success of our pupils. It is a philosophy we are committed to. The school aims to give all pupils the best opportunity to demonstrate their potential within a caring environment. Ysgol Maes Y Coed provides a curriculum to match the demands and needs of all its pupils whilst providing strong pastoral support to maximise each pupil’s potential.
In its most recent Estyn inspection (2023) it was noted that the school had excellent leadership, and teaching was a notable strength, and provided a high quality learning environment. Inspectors also recognised that the school had a strong sense of community in which staff and pupils thrive.
The successful applicant will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge and experience of working with pupils with a range of complex Additional Learning Needs including Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Possess the knowledge and expertise to understand the impact of challenging behaviours on a pupil’s learning and meet these needs effectively
Evidence successful working relationships with Health professionals and various external agencies to support the complex needs of many learners
Demonstrate a clear vision in maintaining and developing our school in partnership with the staff, governors, parents and the local authority
Promote the development of dynamic teamwork and collective responsibility across the whole school
Lead, manage and motivate staff and pupils
Continue to develop the school, building on strengths and maximising the teaching and learning opportunities
Demonstrate an excellent knowledge of Child Protection and Safeguarding practices and policies
Have a detailed working knowledge of Curriculum for Wales
Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the Additional Learning Needs Tribunal Wales Act and Code for Wales and implement duties and processes effectively
Be committed to improving pupil outcomes and focusing on teaching and learning
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
Understand the importance of the school at the heart of its community
Ensure the efficient and effective management of the budget and all resources within the school
Demonstrate a proven track record in school leadership, management and school improvement
We can offer:
wonderful young people who always try their very best
a hardworking, committed and dedicated staff,
honest, committed and enthusiastic Governors and parents, who work in partnership with the school,
a wider community who respect, care and work with the school,
an extensive range of CPD opportunities
The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.
Applicants are required to be a serving headteacher or have NPQH before being shortlisted.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Check (Child and Adult list) from the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Shortlisting will take place on: 9 March 2026
Interviews: 18 March 2026
Potential candidates are welcome to visit the school on 12th and 13th March at 1pm for an informal tour of the school.
