Classroom Teacher - Garnteg Primary School

Cyflog: MPS \/ UPS

Fixed term from 1 st September 2026 - 31 st August 2027

At Garnteg Primary School, we are looking for a lively, innovative and creative teacher who will bring inclusive values and vision, energy and motivation to the classroom to join our dedicated and supportive team of staff. We wish to appoint an inspirational, highly motivated practitioner who is passionate about providing a rich and creative curriculum that meets the needs of our learners. This person will deliver high quality teaching, whilst successfully nurturing and inspiring our children; they will have high expectations for our learners and enable them to achieve their full potential. They will also be expected to demonstrate commitment to school improvement whilst maintaining a healthy and happy learning environment and join in our highly successful team dedicated to our values and visions for our pupils, staff governors and community all a primary focus at Garnteg Primary School.

The post will be for a general primary practitioner Reception to Year 6 to join the team in either Foundation Phase or Key Stage 2.

The successful candidate will:-

• demonstrate a good understanding of Curriculum for Wales approaches and Pedagogical principles
• have excellent teaching, organisational and communication skills
• work effectively as part of a team
• have the ability to build good relationships with parents and the wider school community
• be enthusiastic and have high expectations and a drive to raise standards.
• be dedicated and hardworking
• have excellent attendance and punctuality

The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated team who can offer:-

• a great working atmosphere
• lovely school grounds providing an exciting outdoor classroom
• a positive, caring and inclusive work environment
• a committed and supportive staff team and highly supportive community Values and Vision
• a school that is dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability
• a highly supportive governing body
• motivated well behaved children who are keen to learn
• excellent opportunities for professional learning

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to a lesson observation prior to the interview. Candidates are welcome to visit school through arrangement with the Headteacher.

Interviews and Lesson observations: 11th and 12th June 2026

You must demonstrate how you meet the Essential criteria listed in the attached Person Specification in order to secure an interview: How to apply Guidance for applicants Torfaen County Borough Council.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants, which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registration with the Education Workforce Council is required for this post.

Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment. We value the range of experiences that a diverse workforce brings and therefore we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and under-represented groups.

Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential. You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.

We are a registered Disability Confident Leader and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.

Please ensure that you only apply for this position via Torfaen Council's vacancies website. CVs and applications submitted to any other websites are not received by us.