Headteacher - Llangan Primary
| Posting date: | 25 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £66,430 to £76,238 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 March 2026 |
| Location: | Bridgend,Wales |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Vale of Glamorgan Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SCH00945 |
Summary
Headteacher - Llangan Primary
Closing date
10-Mar-2026
Reference Number
SCH00945
Location
Bridgend
Actual salary
£66,430.00 - £76,238.00 per Year
Contract Type
Schools - Various
Position Type
Full Time
About us
Set within the beautiful rural landscape of the Vale of Glamorgan, Llangan Primary School is a thriving, inclusive school for children aged 3–11. The school has undergone a period of significant development and improvement and is now well-placed for its next phase of growth.
Our vision is to nurture confident, curious and resilient learners within a happy, caring and ambitious community, where children and adults are valued, supported and inspired to succeed together.
We are proud to offer:
• a warm, welcoming learning community with a strong family feel and values rooted in care, respect, inclusion and academic achievement;
• happy, confident and enthusiastic children who are eager to learn and proud of their school;
• a dedicated, skilled and highly supportive staff team, committed to continual improvement;
• a proactive and supportive Governing Body;
• a strong partnership with parents and an enthusiastic Parents’ Teacher Association and wider community;
• rich learning opportunities, an embedded curriculum including strong outdoor learning provision; and
• an attractive rural setting with good transport links.
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 inspirational and reflective Headteacher who will build on the
school’s strengths and work collaboratively with the community to shape Llangan’s next chapter.
This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who values collaboration, listens deeply, and understands the importance of sustaining momentum while protecting the wellbeing of pupils and staff.
Pay Details: L12-18
Hours of Work / Weeks per year / Working Pattern: Full time, permanent
Main Place of Work: Llangan Primary School
About you
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
is a strategic, values-driven leader with high expectations for all;
is ambitious for every child and committed to securing excellent outcomes and experiences;
leads with integrity, empathy and emotional intelligence;
places children at the heart of every decision;
actively promotes staff wellbeing, professional growth and distributed leadership;
values collaboration and works effectively with staff, governors, parents and the wider community; and
is able to build upon and further develop existing strong practice.
EWC Required: Yes
DBS Check Required: Yes
Additional information
For Further Information, contact: Mrs Abi Tiffin, Chair of Governors, on 01446 772403
Return Method: Applications should be returned to John Sparks, Governor Support Unit, via email at JSparks@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk by Tue 10 March 2026
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information
Closing date
10-Mar-2026
Reference Number
SCH00945
Location
Bridgend
Actual salary
£66,430.00 - £76,238.00 per Year
Contract Type
Schools - Various
Position Type
Full Time
About us
Set within the beautiful rural landscape of the Vale of Glamorgan, Llangan Primary School is a thriving, inclusive school for children aged 3–11. The school has undergone a period of significant development and improvement and is now well-placed for its next phase of growth.
Our vision is to nurture confident, curious and resilient learners within a happy, caring and ambitious community, where children and adults are valued, supported and inspired to succeed together.
We are proud to offer:
• a warm, welcoming learning community with a strong family feel and values rooted in care, respect, inclusion and academic achievement;
• happy, confident and enthusiastic children who are eager to learn and proud of their school;
• a dedicated, skilled and highly supportive staff team, committed to continual improvement;
• a proactive and supportive Governing Body;
• a strong partnership with parents and an enthusiastic Parents’ Teacher Association and wider community;
• rich learning opportunities, an embedded curriculum including strong outdoor learning provision; and
• an attractive rural setting with good transport links.
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 inspirational and reflective Headteacher who will build on the
school’s strengths and work collaboratively with the community to shape Llangan’s next chapter.
This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who values collaboration, listens deeply, and understands the importance of sustaining momentum while protecting the wellbeing of pupils and staff.
Pay Details: L12-18
Hours of Work / Weeks per year / Working Pattern: Full time, permanent
Main Place of Work: Llangan Primary School
About you
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
is a strategic, values-driven leader with high expectations for all;
is ambitious for every child and committed to securing excellent outcomes and experiences;
leads with integrity, empathy and emotional intelligence;
places children at the heart of every decision;
actively promotes staff wellbeing, professional growth and distributed leadership;
values collaboration and works effectively with staff, governors, parents and the wider community; and
is able to build upon and further develop existing strong practice.
EWC Required: Yes
DBS Check Required: Yes
Additional information
For Further Information, contact: Mrs Abi Tiffin, Chair of Governors, on 01446 772403
Return Method: Applications should be returned to John Sparks, Governor Support Unit, via email at JSparks@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk by Tue 10 March 2026
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information
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