Deputy Head Teacher - Golden Grove School

Job details

Salary: ISR L12 £62,612 - L12 £69,088
Contractual hours: 32.5
Basis: Non Establishment
Job category/type: Education

Job description

To start January 2027

ISR L8- L12

Contract type: Full Time
Contract term: Permanent

No on Roll: Approximately 250 FTE

Responsibilities and qualifications

The governors of Ysgol Gelli Aur / Golden Grove Community Primary School are looking to appoint a dynamic and inspiring Deputy Head Teacher for January 2027. We wish to appoint a leader who is talented, innovative, committed and a proven excellent practitioner who has a passion for inclusive education.

• Enthusiastic, inspirational, innovative leader with proven track record of excellent practice in teaching and learning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Inspire every individual to try their best.
• Clear understanding of current key national and local developments.
• Committed to maintaining high standards and continuous improvement.
• Maintain, develop and nurture partnerships between pupils, parents/carers, staff, governors and the wider community.
• Implement a clear vision for the ongoing development of this primary school.
• Kind, confident, friendly and fun.
• Sensible and considerate.
• Support the 3 School Rules (3Rs) of being ready, respectful and responsible.

What we offer

• Happy, motivated, enthusiastic children keen to learn.
• An established, dedicated and talented staff team.
• Supportive and committed governors and parents.
• A modern, well-equipped environment to learn together.

Employee benefits

Our employee benefits are designed to help invest in your future and are additional to living and working in Pembrokeshire, one of the most beautiful and desirable counties in the UK.

Employment Checks

This post is subject to a DBS disclosure check. Personal information may also be shared with Cifas for fraud prevention and identity verification.

Additional information

• Welsh language skills are desirable. Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those in English.
• All shortlisted candidates will be observed teaching prior to interview from the week beginning Monday 15 th June 2026.

Contact

Contact the Head Teacher on for visiting the school or to discuss the post.

Closing date: Tuesday 9th June 2026

Shortlisting: Thursday 11th June 2026

Interview Day: Monday 29th June and, if needed, Tuesday 30th June 2026 (held at school)