Teaching and Learning Lead Teacher

We are seeking to appoint a strong, dynamic, and inspiring secondary or primary qualified teacher with primary school experience. The focus of this role will be to lead on developing the curriculum within the PRU. The appointed person will work closely with secondary schools and other stakeholders.

The ability to teach a variety of subjects to GCSE level is desirable. The successful candidate must be resilient and creative, as well as committed to the development of high-quality teaching practices and high standards of achievement. They must be able to lead on teaching and learning across the curriculum, whilst actively supporting the SLT in developing and promoting school improvement.

We are looking for:

• Qualified and experienced teachers with QTS status
• Excellent teachers who enjoy working with young people and are able to forge positive relationships with them
• An excellent classroom teacher, who is also able to actively lead, take responsibility for and promote key skills, effectively tracking them across the curriculum
• An enthusiasm for new approaches and ideas
• A “can do” approach to teaching with a passion for raising standards
• The ability to support all children to reach their full potential, and become well rounded, well balanced, and confident, effective people
• An ambitious professional, committed to further personal development, and for the continued progress of teaching and learning
• A commitment to working as part of a dynamic team of professionals both in and out of the classroom
• Someone who is, ideally, able to offer skills and experience in at least one other area of school life
• Up to date knowledge and experience of the new Curriculum for Wales

Torfaen PRU is a pupil referral unit (PRU) that offers a distinctive small school environment where each individual is well known, listened to, and encouraged to be the best they can be. Serving around 60 students (across a number of settings) enables us to maintain an inclusive and nurturing community atmosphere, where staff work with students to develop the skills, confidence and knowledge needed to reach their full potential.

We will be accepting applications from both primary and secondary teachers.

Closing Date: Monday 18th May 2026

Short listing : Tuesday 19th May 2026

Interviews : W.c 18th May 2026

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants, which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registration with the Education Workforce Council is required for this post.

Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment. We value the range of experiences that a diverse workforce brings and therefore we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and under-represented groups.

Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential. You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.

We are a registered Disability Confident Leader and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.

Please ensure that you only apply for this position via Torfaen Council’s vacancies website. CVs and applications submitted to any other websites are not received by us.