Deputy Headteacher - Ysgol Y Ddraig
CompanyVale of Glamorgan Council
Location
Barry, Wales, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/22/2026
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Description
About Us
Ysgol Y Ddraig is at the heart of the Llantwit Learning Community, adjacent to Llantwit Major School, close to the Welsh-medium primary Ysgol Gymraeg Dewi Sant, and not far from the beautiful coastline. Formed in 2015, the school moved into its brand-new buildings in 2016. The site has ample green space and excellent facilities for indoor and outdoor activities. With close community links, Ysgol Y Ddraig has established itself as an essential part of our historic town.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council
About The Role
The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an exceptionally able and motivated individual who can bring their own personal experience and skills to build on the high standards achieved and to continue to improve our happy and successful school.
Pay Details: L10-14
Hours of Work / Weeks per year / Working Pattern: 32.5 Hours of work, 39 Weeks Per Year
Main Place of Work: Ysgol Y Ddraig
Temporary Reason:
About You
We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who will:
Ysgol Y Ddraig is at the heart of the Llantwit Learning Community, adjacent to Llantwit Major School, close to the Welsh-medium primary Ysgol Gymraeg Dewi Sant, and not far from the beautiful coastline. Formed in 2015, the school moved into its brand-new buildings in 2016. The site has ample green space and excellent facilities for indoor and outdoor activities. With close community links, Ysgol Y Ddraig has established itself as an essential part of our historic town.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council
About The Role
The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an exceptionally able and motivated individual who can bring their own personal experience and skills to build on the high standards achieved and to continue to improve our happy and successful school.
Pay Details: L10-14
Hours of Work / Weeks per year / Working Pattern: 32.5 Hours of work, 39 Weeks Per Year
Main Place of Work: Ysgol Y Ddraig
Temporary Reason:
About You
We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who will:
- Bring a wealth of experience as an outstanding classroom practitioner across a range of age groups.
- Have strong ethics, emotional intelligence, and resilience.
- Demonstrate balanced judgement.
- Have the wellbeing of children and staff as central to all developments and actions.
DBS Check Required:
Additional information
Shortlisting date: Tue 12 May
Interview dates: Wed 20 & Thu 21 May
For Further Information, contact: For an informal discussion, contact: Rebecca Cadman (Headteacher). Please contact her by email: office@ysgolyddraig.co.uk or via the school office on 01446 792368
Return Method e.g. e-mail / return to school: Applications should be returned by email to JSparks@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.