Welsh Primary Teacher

Welsh Teacher - Primary School

Location: Ammanford, Carmarthenshire
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: M2 Scale £166.32 daily rate

Job Description

At Teaching Personnel we partner with a vibrant primary school in the heart of Ammanford, who are  seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Welsh Teacher. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled educator to help promote Welsh language and culture within a nurturing and dynamic learning environment.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching Welsh, committed to fostering a love of the language among young learners, and able to deliver high-quality lessons that engage, inspire, and challenge students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and assess Welsh lessons for primary school students.
• Foster a love of the Welsh language and culture in all students.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Support the development of Welsh language skills across the curriculum.
• Work closely with parents, staff, and the wider school community to promote Welsh language learning.
• Ensure all pupils are challenged and supported according to their individual needs.
• Take part in extracurricular activities, including Welsh language events and celebrations.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and report to senior leadership as required.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• Fluent in Welsh (both spoken and written) – Essential.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Welsh at the primary school level (or relevant experience in a similar role).
• Strong understanding of the Welsh curriculum and teaching practices.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate children to develop their Welsh language skills.
• A positive, patient, and flexible approach to teaching.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undertake one).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Qualifications and Skills:

• Additional training or qualifications in special educational needs (SEN) or ALN.
• Ability to contribute to the wider life of the school.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about the Welsh language and would like to be part of a vibrant school community, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you would be a great fit for this role to sara.thomas@teachingpersonnel.com

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled. Early applications are encouraged.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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