Qualified Teacher - Gaer Primary

Job description

Post No. EPT0283.4 - Qualified Teacher - Gaer Primary School

The children, staff and Governing Body of Gaer Primary School are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and innovative teacher with a passion for teaching and learning.

Gaer Primary School is part of the Gaer and Maesglas Primary School Federation. The school is situated in the heart of the Gaer community and is committed to making a positive difference to the lives of our children and families.

Applications are invited from candidates who are proven to be effective, enthusiastic, experienced and committed teachers who wish to join our highly successful and nurturing school.

For this post, we are looking for candidates with a successful track record of excellence in teaching and learning.

We are seeking an excellent practitioner who:

- Has a passion for making a difference for our learners within an inclusive environment.

- Is able to demonstrate creative flair in contributing to the evolving design of the school curriculum which is tailored to meet a diverse range of needs.

- Is innovative in providing authentic awe and wonder learning experiences.

- Is nurturing and uses a range of teaching styles to support children in achieving their full potential as healthy, confident individuals.

- Has a commitment to embrace community partnerships and take an active role in fostering trusting relationships with parents and all stakeholders.

- Is able to demonstrate an ambition as a reflective practitioner, committed to professional learning and inquiry, with a focus on complex, learning and social and emotional needs.

- Is able to work effectively as part of a team

THIS POST REQUIRES YOU TO BE REGISTERED WITH THE EWC.

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

If you have any questions, please contact the Executive Headteacher, Mr Alex Smith, on 01633 631678.

Closing Date: Monday 16th November 2026

Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 17th November 2026

Lesson Observations: Monday 23rd November 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 24th November 2026

Start Date: 04.01.27 (or as soon after)

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.

Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd - Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd