Welsh Medium Teacher

Fluent Welsh-Speaking Year 3 Teacher – Full-Time Maternity Cover
Location: Cardiff
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time | Maternity Cover (Confirmed until July 2026)
Daily Rate: £166.32
Hours: 08:30 – 15:30

Are you a fluent Welsh-speaking teacher looking for a long-term, rewarding role within a supportive school environment?

Teaching Personnel is working closely with a welcoming Welsh-medium primary school in the Cardiff area, who are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Year 3 teacher to join their KS2 team from September 2025. This role is to cover a pre-planned maternity leave and is confirmed until the end of the academic year (July 2026) – offering consistency and security for the right candidate.

About the Role:

• Full responsibility for a cheerful and enthusiastic Year 3 class of around 28 pupils

• You’ll be joining a well-established, friendly teaching team who share planning and resources

• Teaching through the medium of Welsh – full fluency in spoken and written Welsh is essential

• Support from a dedicated teaching assistant within the classroom

• Involvement in school activities, trips, and events is encouraged

• Planning, preparation and assessment responsibilities are expected, with PPA time allocated weekly

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK

• Fluency in Welsh (spoken and written)

• KS2 experience preferred (Year 3 desirable but not essential)

• Ability to deliver engaging and inclusive lessons that meet the needs of all learners

• A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for Welsh-medium education

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive daily rate of £166.32

• Guaranteed work Monday–Friday, 08:30–15:30

• Long-term placement with the security of knowing your role is confirmed through to July 2026

• Access to free CPD and support from your personal consultant at Teaching Personnel

• Opportunity to be part of a school community that values creativity, teamwork and pupil wellbeing

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to visit the school for an informal chat and classroom observation.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Welsh-medium primary school and make a lasting impact on pupils during a key stage in their education.

Apply today or contact Teaching Personnel Cardiff for more information. Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified.

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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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