Class Teacher Needed in Rumney

Location: Rumney, Cardiff
Contract Type: Full-Time | Fixed-Term or Permanent

Resilient. Reflective. Ready.

A committed and inclusive primary school in Rumney, Cardiff is seeking a strong, compassionate, and experienced Class Teacher to take on a challenging but rewarding class. This opportunity is ideal for a teacher who thrives in high-demand environments, values behaviour management as a strength, and is motivated to make a significant impact on pupils who need consistency, patience, and belief in their potential.

You will be joining a school that understands the importance of well-being, collaboration, and trauma-informed practice, and you will be fully supported by leadership, teaching assistants, and external agencies.

The Role:

• Teach a class with a higher-than-average level of behavioural and emotional needs.

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with a range of learning abilities and social challenges.

• Develop strong, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced adverse life circumstances.

• Work closely with the school’s ALNCo, wellbeing lead, and external professionals to create a structured, nurturing classroom.

• Implement consistent routines and strategies to support emotional regulation, learning, and inclusion.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be an experienced and confident primary teacher (NQTs considered with strong placement references).

• Be skilled in managing behaviour with positivity, empathy, and clear boundaries.

• Have experience working with pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs.

• Be passionate about inclusion, resilience, and restorative approaches to learning.

• Be able to stay calm under pressure and lead with consistency and care.

• Be a team player who values collaboration and support.

What the School Offers:

• A supportive leadership team that prioritises staff well-being.

• A dedicated classroom assistant for additional behavioural and learning support.

• Access to professional development in trauma-informed practice, SEMH strategies, and behaviour management.

• A school community that celebrates growth, effort, and relationship-building.

This is more than a teaching role – it’s a chance to be the steady hand and strong voice some children truly need.
If you’re ready for a challenge that truly matters, this is the class that needs you.

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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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