32.5 hours per week

Temporary up to 31 August 2026

Secondment opportunities are welcomed for this vacancy.

The Governing Body of Coety Primary School is seeking to appoint a passionate, committed, and forward-thinking Assistant Headteacher on secondment, with a strong focus on Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and Inclusion. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced senior leader looking to broaden their leadership experience and make a meaningful impact at a time of exciting growth and transformation.

At Coety Primary, we are proud of our inclusive ethos, high expectations, and strong sense of collaboration. We are a vibrant and expanding school, currently undergoing a major extension to accommodate growing numbers. Our team is committed to ensuring that every child has the support, care, and challenge they need to thrive-academically, socially, and emotionally. We invest heavily in professional learning, believing that empowered staff lead to empowered learners. This secondment will provide the successful candidate with a unique opportunity to lead strategically on a whole-school priority, contribute to a strong leadership team, and help shape the future of our school.

We are looking for a leader who:

Is an exceptional classroom practitioner with experience across the primary phase;

Has a proven track record of driving school improvement, particularly in the area of ALN and inclusive practice;

Is passionate about equity, wellbeing, and enabling all pupils to succeed, including those with additional learning needs;

Is confident in leading self-evaluation, action planning, and whole-school development work;

Has a strong understanding of the Welsh ALN Reform and can guide staff through implementation;

Has excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others;

Is flexible, enthusiastic, and reflective, always looking for ways to improve;

Can work closely with the Headteacher, SLT, and Governors to drive strategic priorities;

Is an aspiring deputy headteacher looking to grow and gain experience in a high-performing, inclusive school.

What we offer:

A welcoming, committed team with a shared vision and strong values;

A culture of collaboration, trust, and ambition; Supportive leadership and ongoing Professional Learning opportunities;

The chance to lead on a critical area of school improvement with impact beyond the classroom;

A school community where inclusion is not just a principle, but a daily practice.

This is a truly exciting time to join Coety Primary School. If you are motivated by making a difference and ready to step into a role that will challenge, stretch, and develop your leadership further, we'd love to hear from you.