Temporary Science Teacher - Ysgol Bro Dinefwr

Temporary Science Teacher - Ysgol Bro Dinefwr

Salary: £32,731 - £51,942 (MPR2 - UPR3)

Contract type: Temporary/Secondment – Full time (fixed term)

Contract end date: 31 August 2026

Start date: 1 April 2026

Location: Llandeilo

Grade: School Teachers

Hourly Rate: £24.72 - £30.04 Contract

Hours:

32.5 (Full time)

Welsh language level (verbal): Level 2 – basic conversational Welsh, with support to progress if needed.

Ysgol Bro Dinefwr is a Bilingual category (T3) secondary school situated on the banks of the River Tywi close to Llandeilo. The school serves 1,089 pupils from Year 7‑13 and runs a specialist Autism unit for 42 pupils. The campus boasts modern facilities and an outdoor education centre that includes garden, polytunnels, a pond and animal enclosures. Our focus is on creating an inclusive, achievement‑driven culture that encourages curiosity and critical thinking.

As a Science teacher you will develop and deliver engaging lesson plans that align with the national curriculum and cater to diverse learning styles. You will:

• Use innovative and interdisciplinary teaching methods, including an outdoor curriculum for Years 7‑9;
• Provide constructive feedback and support to help students master scientific concepts and prepare for GCSE to A‑Level examinations;
• Collaborate with colleagues to share resources and develop new schemes of work;
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of the department’s objectives and learning outcomes.

Applicants should meet the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in science;
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS);
• Experience teaching Science at the secondary (GCSE) level;
• Enhanced DBS check with barred‑list clearance.

• Competitive salary;
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme;
• Generous annual leave with purchase option;
• Access to staff health and wellbeing support;
• Personal development and career progression opportunities;
• Staff discount schemes (e.g., cycle‑to‑work);
• Flexible working and family‑friendly policies.

All applications must be submitted through our online system. If you have an impairment that prevents online application, email  or call 01267 234567 to request alternative arrangements.

For more information, please contact Headteacher Mr Eirian Davies:
Phone 01558 824800 or eir

Closing date: 4 January 2026 23:55.

Applicants must confirm eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. A Right‑to‑Work check will be required. We are obliged to consider existing staff for suitable alternative employment before filling the vacancy.