Primary School Teacher Pillgwenlly Primary School

Salary: M2 - UPS3 £33,731 - £51,942

Primary School Teacher Pillgwenlly Primary School
Job information
Post No. EDSCH10858 - Primary School Tacher Pillgwenlly Primary School

Pillgwenlly Primary School is a large, diverse primary school in Newport City. The school has a brand new building and benefits from high quality learning spaces such as a large outdoor space including a 4G pitch. The whole school community is committed to establishing a nurturing and respectful learning environment within a fully inclusive school ethos.

The Headteacher and Governing Body are looking for an experienced teacher who is able to provide a nurturing approach to high quality provision with high levels of expertise in teaching and learning. We are looking for experience within Wales with a clear understanding of the principles of A Curriculum for Wales and knowledge of the current ALN system in Wales. We are seeking a professional who understands child development and how to create a highly stimulating curriculum to meet the needs of all of our pupils. We want a teacher who strives for the best for pupils who will be able to contribute to the aims of the school which are Respect, Equity, Excellence.

The post will commence on 1st September 2026.. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

We are seeking an excellent practitioner who has:
- significant expertise in teaching and learning either from Nursery - Year 2 or from Year 3-6
- the ability to demonstrate high levels of impact on learning for pupils through excellent teaching
- total dedication to the inclusion of all pupils with knowledge of a range of strategies to support pupils with additional learning needs
- high expectations of learning and behaviour for all pupils and is able to plan for individual needs
- digitally competent with excellent organisation skills and attention to detail

The appointment process will involve a lesson observation,following which successful candidates will be invited to attend an interview with the Headteacher, governors and members of the SLT.

Further details are available from the Executive Head Teacher, Mrs Cueto. This position is not suitable for NQT’s. If you wish to discuss the details of this post please contact Pillgwenlly Primary School for a discussion with the Executive Headteacher.

Posting Date: Tuesday 10th February 2026

Closing Date: Thursday 26th February 2026

Lesson Observations: w/B 2nd March / 9th March 2026

Interviews: w/b 9th March / 16th March 2026

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check.

Applications

You can print an application form, job description and job requirement via the links below, or alternatively they are available by phone on 01633 656656 or e-mail ccc@newport.gov.uk quoting the reference number and where you saw the post advertised.
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We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

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