Teacher of Welsh
Type: Contract
Location: Caerphilly
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (term time only)
Salary: Paid to scale (MPS/UPS, dependent on experience)
Start date: 01/09/2026
Essential: Fluent Welsh speaker, DBS & EWC registration (or willing to apply)
Are you passionate about promoting the Welsh language and inspiring young people through engaging and high-quality teaching? Our client is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of Welsh to join their supportive and forward thinking secondary school. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in developing pupils' confidence, fluency, and appreciation of Welsh language and culture.
As a Teacher of Welsh, you will:
- Plan and deliver engaging Welsh language lessons in line with the national curriculum
- Teach across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable where applicable)
- Foster a love for the Welsh language, literature, and culture
- Create a positive, inclusive, and well managed classroom environment
- Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress effectively
- Contribute to departmental planning and whole school initiatives
- Support pupils with varying abilities, including those with additional learning needs
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a fluent Welsh speaker (essential)
- Holds QTS or equivalent teaching qualification
- Has experience teaching Welsh in a secondary school setting
- Is passionate about promoting Welsh language and culture
- Has strong classroom management and communication skills
- Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice
- Is willing to contribute to the wider life of the school
Application Process
All applications will be managed by Elementa as the recruitment partner for this client. Elementa is committed to the safeguarding of children in all of their processes and all successful applicants will have a full pre screen to assess suitability.
Appointment is subject to:
- Successful interview
- Satisfactory references
- Safeguarding & Prevent training
- EWC registration in the appropriate categories
- DBS Enhanced Disclosure (chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
- Successful completion of the 60 day paid trial period
Elementa Candidate Commitment
- Weekly pay - no waiting for monthly payroll cut off; paid one week in lieu
- PAYE contract - provides protections and employee rights
- Training & Support - access to free or discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
- Welfare support - regular contact from a dedicated candidate manager
- Fair pay policy - candidates paid to scale; any variation agreed in writing
- Additional services - access to partners offering tax, legal, and accountancy support
This role is not suitable for applicants who
- Not currently based in the UK
- Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
- Without UK schools experience
- Not fluent in Welsh
If you have the relevant skills and experience, apply now with your full up to date CV. All applicants will be promptly responded to.
