A message from our Chief Executive
“Here at Torfaen County Borough Council, you join a family of passionate and dedicated staff who are committed to delivering exceptional services to the people of Torfaen every day. Your unique talents, experiences, and perspectives are invaluable assets that invigorate our mission with fresh ideas and approaches.
Embracing diversity is at the core of our values, and we are steadfast in our resolve to address inequalities within our communities. We believe that by fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, we can achieve greater effectiveness and impact in our work. We hope that you will join our shared enthusiasm for education and our commitment to upholding the highest standards of pupil welfare.
Your journey with us will demand dedication and perseverance, but rest assured, it is a path of mutual growth and development. We are dedicated to supporting your personal and professional advancement, offering a wealth of opportunities tailored to your aspirations and conducive to a harmonious work-life balance.
I look forward to witnessing the remarkable contributions you will undoubtedly make.
Here’s to a fulfilling and impactful journey with us. Your success is our success, and together, we will strive for excellence and equality in all we do.”
Stephen Vickers
Chief Executive
Education Vacancies in Torfaen
Current Openings
Job Title
Medical Officer
Location
Pontypool, Torfaen
Posted
1st April 2026
School
St Alban's R.C. High School
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Salary
£26,824 - £28,598 Pro Rata | Grade 4
Hours
Term Time
Description
Fixed term, for 1 year 27.5 Hours per week (9:00am – 3:00pm | Monday to Friday), 38 weeks per year We are seeking to appoint a compassionate, organised and dedicated Medical Offic ...
Job Title
Additional Learning Needs Co-ordinator
Location
Pontypool, Torfaen
Posted
1st April 2026
School
Torfaen Pupil Referral Unit
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Salary
Leadershp Scale 1-5 | £52,680 - £58,136
Hours
Full Time
Description
Torfaen Pupil Referral Unit, established in June 2009, provides high-quality education for children and young people who are facing social, emotional, and/or behavioural difficult ...
Job Title
Learning Hub Support Officer
Location
Pontypool, Torfaen
Posted
30th March 2026
School
West Monmouth Comprehensive School
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Salary
£32,597 - £35,412 Pro Rata | Grade 6
Hours
Term Time
Description
32.5 Hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term time only) The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a caring and committed Learning Hub Support Officer to ensure that all pupils acce ...
Job Title
Level 2 School Support Officer
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
30th March 2026
School
Cwmffrwdoer Primary School
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Salary
£26,824 - £28,598 Pro Rata | Grade 4
Hours
Part Time, Term Time
Description
Fixed Term, until 31st March 2027 This is a very exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team of staff at Cwmffrwdoer Primary School. Governors are seeking to appoint a highly mo ...
Job Title
Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
27th March 2026
School
Croesyceiliog School
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Salary
Grade 4 | £26,824 - £28,598 PRO RATA
Hours
Term Time
Description
We have an exciting vacancy for a Learning Support Assistant to join our busy and dedicated team of support staff at Croesyceiliog School. Our team of LSAs work with a range of ou ...
Job Title
Teacher
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
27th March 2026
School
Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran
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Salary
MPS / UPS
Hours
Full Time
Description
Mae’r ysgol lwyddiannus hon yn chwilio am athro/athrawes gweithgar ac egnïol: i fod yn rhan o dîm brwdfrydig. i helpu i feithrin talentau ein myfyrwyr i'w paratoi ar gyfer dyfodol ...
Job Title
Dirprwy Arweinydd Iechyd a Lles
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
27th March 2026
School
Ysgol Gymraeg Gwynllyw
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Salary
MPS / UPS + TLR 2 (£3,590)
Hours
Full Time
Description
A hoffech chi weithio mewn ysgol gyfeillgar a chefnogol sy’n hyrwyddo arloesedd i’r dyfodol? Mae Ysgol Gymraeg Gwynllyw yn hyrwyddo ethos o un tîm, un teulu. Mae gennym dîm brwdfr ...
Job Title
Athro
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
27th March 2026
School
Ysgol Gymraeg Gwynllyw
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Salary
Graddfa cyflog athrawon
Hours
Full Time
Description
Swydd: Athro Graddfa Cyflog Athrawon Mae’r ysgol yn awyddus i benodi Athro / Athrawes Cynradd profiadol neu athro sydd wedi bod allan o’r proffesiwn, sydd â diddordeb mewn trosglw ...
Job Title
Deputy Curriculum Leader of Mathematics
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
27th March 2026
School
Cwmbran High School
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Salary
MPS / UPS + TLR 2B
Hours
Full Time
Description
We are delighted you have shown interest in the position of Deputy Curriculum of Mathematics. The ideal candidate must be able to support the Curriculum Lead highly effectively an ...
Job Title
Head of Maths Faculty
Location
Pontypool, Torfaen
Posted
27th March 2026
School
West Monmouth Comprehensive School
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Salary
MPS/UPS + TLR1 (£12,193), R+R £10,000 over 3 years
Hours
Full Time
Description
For September 2026 start MPS / UPS + TLR 1 (£12,193), plus R+R of £10,000 over 3 years The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic Head of Mathematics to ...
Job Title
School Support Officer
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
26th March 2026
School
Croesyceiliog School
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Salary
£26,824 - £28,598 Pro Rata | Grade 4
Hours
Term Time
Description
Temporary, until 31st December 2026, with possibility to become permanent A vacancy has arisen in our busy and integral administration team. Working as a valued member of support ...
Job Title
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Location
Pontypool, Torfaen
Posted
25th March 2026
School
Torfaen Pupil Referral Unit
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Salary
£29,064 - £32,061 Pro Rata | Grade 5
Hours
Term Time
Description
37 Hours per week, 39 Weeks per year Torfaen Pupil Referral Unit opened in June 2009 to provide education for children and young people experiencing social, emotional, and/or beha ...
Job Title
Teacher
Location
Cwmbran, Torfaen
Posted
25th March 2026
School
Nant Celyn Primary School
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Salary
MPS / UPS
Hours
Full Time
Description
We are a passionate and dedicated school community with big ideas and ambitious plans for the future. Inclusion and wellbeing are at the centre of everything we do. If would like ...
Job Title
Science Teacher
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
25th March 2026
School
Cwmbran High School
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Salary
MPS / UPS
Hours
Full Time
Description
We are delighted you have shown interest in the position of Teacher of Science. We are looking for a person who is a strong, reflective, and resilient individual, who will integra ...
Job Title
Teacher (Phase and Curriculum Lead)
Location
Cwmbran, Torfaen
Posted
24th March 2026
School
Nant Celyn Primary School
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Salary
MPS / UPS + TLR2A
Hours
Full Time
Description
Teacher post + TLR2A Start Date: 1st September 2026 We are a passionate and dedicated school community with big ideas and ambitious plans for the future. Inclusion and wellbeing s ...
Job Title
Teacher of Humanities
Location
Pontypool, Torfaen
Posted
23rd March 2026
School
West Monmouth Comprehensive School
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Salary
MPS / UPS
Hours
Full Time
Description
Full-time and permanent (Applications for a part-time contract will also be considered) September 2026 start The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic ...
Job Title
Pastoral Leader
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
20th March 2026
School
Abersychan Comprehensive School
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Salary
Grade 6 | £32,597 - £35,412 PRO RATA
Hours
Term Time
Description
Dear Prospective Applicant Thank you for your interest in the position of Pastoral Leader at Abersychan School. This is an important position in our school, where the main respons ...
Job Title
Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Location
Pontypool, Torfaen
Posted
20th March 2026
School
St Alban's R.C. High School
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Salary
£26,824 - £28,598 Pro Rata | Grade 4
Hours
Term Time
Description
Fixed term, 1 year 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (8:30AM - 3:30PM, Monday to Friday) We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated tea ...
Job Title
Teacher of Humanities
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
20th March 2026
School
Cwmbran High School
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Salary
MPS / UPS
Hours
Full Time
Description
We are delighted you have shown interest in the position of Teacher of Humanities. We are looking for a person who is a strong, reflective, and resilient individual, who will inte ...
Job Title
Headteacher
Location
Cwmbran, Torfaen
Posted
16th March 2026
School
Croesyceiliog Primary
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Salary
£79,288 - £91,836 L18 - L24
Hours
Full Time
Description
To start September 2026 Salary: L18 – L24, £79,288 - £91,836 Located in Croesyceiliog, within the growing town of Cwmbran, Croesyceiliog Primary School is a happy and nurturing co ...
Job Title
Teacher
Location
Pont-y-Pwl, Torfaen
Posted
13th March 2026
School
Ysgol Panteg
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Salary
MPS / UPS
Hours
Full Time
Description
This advertisement is for Welsh medium Teachers at Ysgol Panteg. This successful school is looking for: 1x Teacher with a Fixed Term Contract from 01/09/2026 to 31/08/2027. 1x Mat ...
Job Title
Teacher of Computing
Location
Torfaen, Torfaen
Posted
11th March 2026
School
Cwmbran High School
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Salary
TMS / UPS + TLR (£7,558)
Hours
Full Time
Description
We are delighted you have shown interest in the position of Teacher of Computing. We are looking for a person who is a strong, reflective, and resilient individual, who will integ ...
Benefits of Working in Torfaen
- Cycle to Work Scheme - Save up to 32% on new bike and cycling accessories by using part of your salary, saving on tax and NI. Benefits include saving money, staying healthy, boosting mental health and helping the environment.
- Local Government Pension Scheme - This scheme is open to all other staff and they will be enrolled into the Pension scheme when they start their employment. You can find more information about the pension scheme here: gwentpensionfund.co.uk.
- Teacher's Pension Scheme - Teachers will be enrolled into the scheme when they take up their post. You can find more information about the scheme here: teacherspensions.co.uk, and you can also register for a My Pension Online Account where you can manage your Teacher’s Pension.
- Nuffield Health Club Cwmbran - Torfaen employees can benefit from a corporate rate membership at Nuffield Health Club on Avondale Road.
- Gym Membership - Torfaen Council employees get exclusive access to Halo facilities, including gyms, pools, classes and more, with peak anytime access. Enjoy activities near home or work, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
- Gateway Credit Union - Over 220 TCBC staff members are already saving with Gateway Credit Union. You can set up a savings account and arrange to save direct from your pay in less time than it takes to drink a cup of tea.
WORK AT TORFAEN LOCAL AUTHORITY
Select a school below to learn more
Abersychan Comprehensive
Pontypool, NP4 7DF
Blaenavon Heritage VC Primary
Cwmbran, NP44 4SZ
Blenheim Road & Coed Eva Federation
Cwmbran, NP44 1UF & NP44 4TG
Croesyceiliog Primary
Cwmbran, NP44 2LL
Croesyceiliog School
Cwmbran, NP44 2YB
Crownbridge School
Cwmbran, NP44 2BJ
Cwmbran High
Cwmbran, NP44 4YZ
Cwmffrwdoer Primary
Pontypool, NP4 6QZ
Garnteg Primary
Pontypool, NP4 7SJ
George Street Primary
Pontypool, NP4 6BX
Greenmeadow Primary
Cwmbran, NP44 5YY
Griffithstown Primary School
Pontypool, NP4 5DN
Henllys C.I.W. Primary School
Cwmbran, NP44 6JA
Llantarnam Community Primary School
Cwmbran, NP44 3XB
Llanyravon Primary
Cwmbran, NP44 8HW
Maendy Primary
Cwmbran, NP44 1NH
Nant Celyn Primary
Cwmbran, NP44 7DJ
New Inn Primary
Pontypool, NP4 0PR
Our Lady of the Angels RC Primary
Cwmbran, NP44 3JR
Padre Pio RC Primary
Pontypool, NP4 6HL
Penygarn Community Primary
Pontypool, NP4 8JR
Ponthir Church in Wales Primary
Ponthir, NP18 1GA
Pontnewydd Primary
Cwmbran, NP44 1JW
St Albans R.C. High School
Torfaen, NP4 6XG
St Davids R.C. Primary
Cwmbran, NP44 1UF
Torfaen PRU
Torfaen, NP64 6GE
West Monmouth School
Pontypool, NP4 5YG
Woodlands Community Primary School
Cwmbran, NP44 5UA
Ysgol Bryn Onnen
Pontypool, NP4 7RT
Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran
Cwmbran, NP44 3NB
Ysgol Gymraeg Gwynllyw
Pontypool, NP4 8JD
Ysgol Panteg
Pontypool, NP4 5JH
Education and Learning
In Torfaen
Estyn worked to pilot monitoring visits with the local authority with the aim to support their improvement more effectively. See the Estyn case study on Education Leadership .
In October 2024, Estyn removed the Local Authority from Significant Improvement.
An action plan was created to ensure that progress is sustained. This is framed under six service objectives that align with the Estyn inspection recommendations and the wellbeing priorities detailed in the council’s County Plan.
See our Education Improvement Plan.
Find more information about Education and Learning in Torfaen.
