It is vital that you demonstrate how you meet the ‘essential’ criteria listed in the attached Person Specification, in order to secure an interview.For January 2025 Start or ASAP Dear Colleague
Thank you for your interest in the post at Abersychan School. Within this application pack are details of the school, a person specification and a job description. I thought it might be useful to provide the following details to help you to decide whether to apply.
Abersychan School is an 11 – 16 co-educational comprehensive school which meets the needs of children of all abilities. Our aim is simple, we want every person to fulfil their potential, whatever their talents and ambitions. We are a school that is committed to ensuring that all our young people are happy, successful and ready for their lives beyond school. Our expectations and standards are high. We have a highly committed and caring staff who are dedicated to ensuring each child achieves their personal best. The school currently has 770 students, 50 teachers and 58 members of support staff. The school serves an area of significant socio-economic deprivation with 32% of students entitled to FSM and 51% of students living in the 20% most deprived areas of Wales.
The aims of the school are delivered through a strong pastoral system, a commitment to providing high quality learning experiences and an extensive range of sporting, cultural, musical and extracurricular activities. The students are happy, hard-working and positive about the school. They genuinely are an asset to our community and are incredibly friendly. They want to receive a high-quality education and to become successful students. We have fantastic parents and governors, who are extremely supportive in supporting the school to provide the very best education.
If you are excited by the prospect of playing a significant role in helping us achieve our ambitions, have a belief that all students, no matter what their background or ability, can achieve and have a passion for providing an outstanding education, then, we would love to hear from you! In return, we will guarantee you the very best level of support.
In the meantime, should you wish to receive further information please do not hesitate to contact me.
Rhodri Thomas
HeadteacherIf you would like a tour of the school, please email Joanne Airey to arrange a visit.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Closing Date: 11.59pm Friday 20th September
Interview: W/C Monday 30th September