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About the vacancy
Vacancy ID: 1321
Organisation: Schools
Section: Ysgol Bro Dinefwr
Number of vacancies: 1
Contract type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Llandeilo
Grade: School Teachers
Salary: £32,433 - £49,944 (MPR2 - UPR3)
If part time and/or term time, the full time salary quoted (based on 37hrs) will be pro-rata'd accordingly
Hourly Rate : £24.11 - £29.30
Contract Hours: 32.5
Come and join our team
Science Teacher (Chemistry Specialist)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
Hours: Full-time
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of scientists? Ysgol Bro Dinefwr is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Science Teacher with expertise in Chemistry to join our experienced and committed team. The ability to teach through the medium of Welsh is desirable for this role, ensuring an inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students.
Ysgol Bro Dinefwr is a Bilingual category (Type B) school located near the town of Llandeilo, on the banks of the River Tywi and in the shadow of Dinefwr Castle. It is a school of 1089 pupils providing education for students from Year 7 - 13 as well as a specialised Autism unit for 42 pupils. Education is provided in a rural setting and on a new site with excellent learning facilities. We are very proud to offer innovative education using our 'Natur' Outdoor Education Centre, which includes approximately half an acre of garden, an outdoor stage, polytunnels, a pond, and accommodation for our Goats, Chickens, and Ducks. Our aim is to create an environment of achievement and inclusivity for every member of our community to excel in their learning journey.
We are eager to appoint a teacher who can develop and deliver interesting lesson plans that align with the curriculum and are suitable for diverse learning styles. The successful candidate will use innovative teaching methods to foster curiosity and critical thinking among students, providing constructive feedback and support for students to enhance their understanding and mastery of scientific concepts and challenge them to learn more about science. As a forward-thinking department, collaboration with the team will be essential to create interdisciplinary learning opportunities with a specific focus on developing an outdoor curriculum for students in years 7-9. The successful candidate will be required to contribute to the GCSE and A Level curriculum, preparing students to meet the challenge of external examinations and achieve high standards of attainment. Ysgol Bro Dinefwr has a history of maintaining high standards of achievement across the continuum, ensuring that every student reaches their potential.
The successful candidate will be required to have a bachelor's degree in science, with expertise in the field of Chemistry. In addition to this, the successful candidate should have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience of teaching Science at the secondary school level and Chemistry up to A Level standard.
We offer a wide range of benefits to staff, including a comprehensive and extensive personal development program, opportunities for close collaboration with peers both within and beyond the Science AOLE, and departmental support for sharing resources and developing new schemes of work. We take pride in offering a supportive and developmental environment with an ethos of sharing successful practices for the benefit of the whole community.
Anyone who is interested and/or needs more information is invited to contact the Headteacher Mr Eirian Davies for an informal discussion (Phone 01558 824800) or by email: eirian.davies@brodinefwr.org.uk.
Closing Date
18th February 2025 at 23:59
Interview, indicative start
3rd March 2025
DBS level
An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk.
Welsh language level - Verbal
Level 5 - You will need to be able to communicate fluently in Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.
The Rewards
* Competitive salary
* Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing additional annual leave
* Access to staff health and wellbeing support
* Personal development and career progression
* Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme
* Flexible working and family friendly policies
Additional Information
We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.
Eligibility: You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work. Please Note: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.
How to Apply
All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email: jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.
Please see the 'How we Recruit' guidance on the Careers Page for more information on the recruitment process.
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