Numbers on roll: 145 pupils (3-11)

To commence 1st September 2026 or as soon after

The Head Teacher and Governing Body of Ynysfach Primary School wish to appoint an inspirational, motivated and supportive Deputy Head Teacher with responsibility for Additional Learning Needs (ALNCo) who will not only play a key role in our children’s educational journey but will be an integral part of the school community.

At Ynysfach, our vision is to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, supported and inspired to reach their full potential. We place pupil well-being at the heart of our work, believing that happy children are successful learners. We nurture curiosity, creativity and a passion for lifelong learning, while helping pupils develop respect for religious and cultural diversity within our school, community and the wider world. By giving children, the tools, confidence and self-belief to thrive, we aim to cultivate ambitious, healthy, enterprising and ethical citizens. As a school rooted in its community, we foster pride in our locality and strong connections to Wales and the global world. We celebrate achievement, promote independence and ensure that the diverse needs of all learners are recognised, understood and met.

We strongly believe that the relationships that we build with our families at Ynysfach Primary School are a key ingredient to the happiness and success of our pupils.

We are looking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who can work in collaboration with all of our school community to ensure that we continue to provide the very best opportunities for our pupils enabling them to demonstrate their full potential within a caring environment.

The successful candidate must be enthusiastic and passionate about children and their learning, and keen to join a friendly and hardworking team.

If you require further information about this post, or if you have any questions, please contact the school.

This is a permanent position.

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 from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

The successful post holder will be required to register with the EWC before taking up the post.

Welsh is not required.

Visits to the school will be on Wednesday April 22nd @1:30pm. Please ring the office to let us know you will be attending.

The closing date for completed applications is Monday 27th April 2026.

Shortlisting will be Tuesday May 5th

Please note that interviews for this post will take place on Friday 15th May 2026.