Laura Doel, national secretary at NAHT Cymru, said: “We congratulate Rhun ap Iorwerth on his election by the Senedd to become first minister. 

“Plaid Cymru’s manifesto recognised some of the key pressures on schools – from supporting children with additional learning needs (ALN) to the impact of issues like poverty and mental ill-health.

“But schools will need significantly more investment, with many facing severe financial pressures which hamper their ability to deliver the education young people deserve.

“We look forward to working with the new Welsh Government to ensure our school leaders are better equipped to deliver for pupils.”