Deputy Headteacher

• Job_Description_-_Deputy_Head_Teacher_-_St_Illtyds

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

Start Date 1st September 2026

St Illtyd’s Primary School is situated in the community of Llanhilleth, Abertillery. It is an open and friendly school with a dedicated staff, who work hard to create a positive, caring ethos.

The Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, innovative and inspirational Deputy Headteacher, who is an outstanding practitioner committed to developing teaching and learning of the highest quality.

The successful candidate will be able to;

• Provide clear, inspirational ideas for raising educational standards in all areas of the school
• Have the vision for further development to achieve consistently high standards
• Possesses excellent leadership, management, communication and personal skills
• Have the skills and knowledge to lead and develop curriculum reform
• Have the ability to promote effective teamwork
• Promote values that maintain a disciplined, orderly school with a caring ethos
• Have the ability to build on the very good links that have been established with our families, the wider community, local employers and neighbouring schools
• Understand that our success depends upon mutual respect and collaboration with the whole school community.

In return Governors will support the successful candidate in all aspects of school life; thereby creating practice of effective learning and development throughout the school and its community.

St Illtyd’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Numbers on role 173 (including Nursery)

Thorough pre -employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process. The post holder will be required to complete an application for an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Records including Child Barred list.

This post requires a registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) under the category of School Teacher and registration will need to be in place prior to commencement in the role. Information on how to register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) can be found on the following website http://www.ewc.wales/ or by telephoning 02920 460099.

Closing Date: Sunday 12th April 2026 at Midnight

Shortlisting: Thursday 16th April 2026

School Council Interview and Lesson Observations for shortlisted candidates: Friday 24th April 2026

Interview Dates: Tuesday 28th April 2026

There is an opportunity for interested candidates to visit the school on Thursday 26th March 2026 at 2pm. Should you wish to take up this opportunity, please call our school on 01495 364830 to register your interest.