New Welsh government funding offered for small and rural schools
The Welsh government has announced that small and rural schools across the country are to benefit from a £2.5 million funding injection.
Local authorities have been applying for a share of the funding since the support package was announced in November last year, with the recipients of the money now confirmed. Funds will be spent on projects designed to encourage innovation and support greater school-to-school collaboration.
Examples of this include the use of digital technology to combat the issue of professional isolation, as well as the provision of administrative support for schools where headteachers have significant teaching commitments. Efforts will also be made to facilitate the collaboration and federation of schools, and to allow the use of school facilities for community purposes where demand exists.
The Anglesey region, for instance, will receive £138,000 to federate some of its schools, while Pembrokeshire has been awarded £158,000 to fund a small school innovation project for a network of 15 small and rural schools.
Welsh education secretary Kirsty Williams said: "Small and rural schools play an important role in our national mission to raise standards and extend opportunities for all our young people.
"We are taking action and providing new funding to help small and rural schools deal with the unique challenges they face, such as small pupil numbers and issues in recruiting head teachers and staff."
Ms Williams also confirmed that new plans are being launched to consult on strengthening the School Organisation Code's presumption against the closure of rural schools, with a specific designation of rural schools to be established for that purpose for the first time.
A 14-week consultation ended on September 30th, with responses currently being analysed.
Sign up to posts
Related jobs
Salary
£92.63 - 100.00 per day
Location free text
Manchester
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£100 - £199 per day
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
SEMH
Location
Manchester
Description
SEMH Behaviour & Inclusion Support Mentor Manchester | Full-Time Opportunities | ASAP StartTeaching Personnel Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve th
Reference
71 SEMH IBSM MANC
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Salary
£92.63 - 100.00 per day
Location free text
Greater Manchester
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£100 - £199 per day
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
MLD
Location
Greater Manchester
Description
SEN Learning Support Assistant Manchester & Greater Manchester Full-Time Opportunities Available Teaching PersonnelTeaching Personnel is seeking dedicated, compassionate, and resilient SEN Learning Su
Reference
71 SEN LSA GM
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Salary
£95 - 110 per day
Location free text
Bath
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Bath
Description
Teaching Personnel is the largest education agency operating across England and Wales. We are working closely with a multi-academy trust in Bath and are looking for multiple Teaching Assistants with v
Reference
KHTABA1
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Bristol PrimaryAuthor
Bristol PrimarySalary
£92 - 120 per day + Free CPD Training
Location free text
Bristol
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£10 - £19 per hour
Sector
Autism
Location
Bristol
Description
SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) - Bristol Primary & Secondary Opportunities Available | Full-Time | Immediate StartsAre you passionate about supporting children and young people with special educat
Reference
Vent BS13
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Bristol SENAuthor
Bristol SENSalary
£92.22 - 105.00 per day
Location free text
Bristol
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
Less than £100 per day
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Bristol
Description
Flexible Teaching Assistant - South Bristol - Primary SchoolsLocation: South Bristol Hours: Flexible, days and hours to be agreedWe are working with a primary school in South Bristol that are looking
Reference
JWTASBA
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Bristol PrimaryAuthor
Bristol PrimarySalary
£92 - 105 per day
Location free text
Wakefield
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
Less than £100 per day
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
Wakefield
Description
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant Full-Time Opportunity | Wakefield £92 - £105 per day | Weekly Pay | Immediate Start AvailableMake a Real Difference Every Day Are you a caring, patient, and dedicated
Reference
SEN TA WF
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
West Yorkshire PrimaryAuthor
West Yorkshire PrimarySalary
£92 - 105 per day
Location free text
Leeds
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
Less than £100 per day
Sector
Teaching Assistant
Location
West Yorkshire
Description
SEN Teaching Assistant Full-Time Opportunity | Leeds £92 - £105 per day | Weekly Pay | Immediate Start AvailableMake a Real Difference Every Day Are you a caring, patient, and dedicated individua
Reference
Leeds TA
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
West Yorkshire PrimaryAuthor
West Yorkshire PrimarySalary
Market related
Location free text
Manchester
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
Less than £100 per day
Sector
Secondary SEN Support
Location
Manchester
Description
Behaviour Support Mentor South ManchesterTeaching Personnel are looking for Behaviour Support Mentors to support pupils in specialist schools and alternative provisions across South Manchester. The R
Reference
27BSM1
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Salary
£20 - 29 per hour
Location free text
Bedford
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£20 - £29 per hour
Sector
Tutor/Intervention
Location
Bedford
Description
Private Education Tutor – Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SENDLocation: Bedford and surrounding areas Job Type: Flexible temporary contracts with opportunities for long-term and permanent work Working Hour
Reference
A102/Bedford
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Central TuitionAuthor
Central TuitionSalary
£20 - 29 per hour
Location free text
Corby
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£20 - £29 per hour
Sector
Tutor/Intervention
Location
Northamptonshire
Description
1:1 Education Tutor – Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SENDLocation: Corby and surrounding areas Job Type: Temporary, flexible assignments with potential for long-term and permanent opportunities Working Ho
Reference
A101/Corby
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Central TuitionAuthor
Central TuitionRelated posts
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD10YY
Summary
October marks Black History Month in the UK, giving schools an opportunity to celebrate the achievements, contributions and experiences of Black communities while encouraging meaningful conversati
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD10YY
Summary
As ADHD Awareness Month shines a spotlight on neurodiversity, Teaching Personnel's Ellen shares her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD later in life and how greater awareness and understandi
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD09YY
Summary
As we celebrate National Teaching Assistants' Day 2026, we're delighted to recognise the incredible individuals who have been selected as our Teaching Assistant of the Year winners.This year,
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD09YY
Summary
After a well-earned summer break, schools across the UK are opening their doors once again for a new academic year. Whether you're returning to a familiar classroom or starting a new role, Septemb
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD08YY
Summary
As schools and trusts prepare for changes to the way temporary staff are sourced from September 2026, many will look to work more closely with framework-approved recruitment partners. Understandin
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD07YY
Summary
Summer has only just started, and September might seem a long way off, but it will be here sooner than you think. Schools and trusts are already planning for September, with new opportunities open
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
Education NewsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD06YY
Summary
As schools and trusts prepare for September 2026, the shift from CCS (Crown Commercial Service) to the new GCA (Government Commercial Agency) framework marks a significant change in how supply sta
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD06YY
Summary
When schools wind down for the holidays, nurseries keep open. Many early-years settings remain open throughout the summer. Nurseries rely on skilled, caring staff to help children and
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD05YY
Summary
Exams are one of the most stressful times in the academic year, and it isn’t only pupils who feel the pressure. For teaching assistants (TAs) and support staff, exam season brings new expectations
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD05YY
Summary
If you’re considering taking the next step in education, you’re not alone. More teachers and support staff are exploring permanent roles that offer stability, progression, and a sense of belonging
by
Adam Davies
Register with us
for a choice of classroom roles
Register today
Recent job