KS2 Teacher

PURPOSE OF THE POST:

Purpose:  

• Implement and deliver an appropriate broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils, incorporating the National Curriculum requirements and in line with the curriculum policies of the school;
• Facilitate, support and monitor the overall progress and development of a designated group of pupils;
• Foster a learning environment and educational experience which provides children with the opportunity to fulfil their individual potential;
• Share in the development of the school curriculum, courses of study, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and their review;
• Support and contribute to the school’s responsibility for safeguarding children.

Main Duties

• Teach pupils in their assigned group according to their educational needs, including the setting and marking of work to be carried out by the pupils in school and elsewhere;
• Plan their teaching to achieve optimum progression in pupil’s learning;
• Identify clear teaching objectives and content, appropriate to the subject matter and the pupils being taught, and specify how these will be taught and assessed;
• Set tasks for the whole class, individuals or groups, which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest;
• Set appropriately demanding expectations of pupil’s learning, motivation and presentation of work;
• Set clear targets for pupil’s learning which they share and understand;
• Direct and supervise the work of Teaching Assistants in their classroom;
• Assess progress, development and attainment of pupils and keep such records as are required by the school’s systems;
• Co-operate and liaise with other professionals, including fellow staff and colleagues from external agencies (for example, specialist teachers from the LA support services, health professionals and social workers);
• Ensure a high quality learning experience for pupils, which meets internal and external quality standards;
• Use a variety of a delivery methods appropriate to students’ learning styles and the varying demands of curriculum;
• Provide a positive, and conducive and safe learning environment, encouraging high standards in punctuality, presentation of work and relationships;
• Set high expectations for pupils’ behaviour and maintain a good standard of discipline through well-focused teaching, fostering positive relationships and implementing the school’s behaviour policy.
• In accordance with the Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, there is a requirement for all teachers to contribute to the development of the school curriculum, teaching methods and their review. The tasks expected of the teacher may include the following and there may be dedicated time (if appropriate) to address some of the tasks:
• Collate and analyse information relating to the standards achieved by pupils for presentation to the Leadership Team, governors and QEGSMAT;
• Lead a curriculum area;
• Secure and allocate the resources necessary to deliver the curriculum within an allocated budget;
• Advise and support other members of staff on the content and delivery of the curriculum;
• Support and adhere to the school’s quality assurance procedures.

Generic Responsibilities

• Contribute to the personal, social, health, citizenship and enterprise education of pupils according to school policy;
• Actively engage in the school’s performance management appraisal system;
• Contribute to the formulation and implementation of the Academy Improvement Plan and associated actions plans, as appropriate;
• Play a full part in the life of the school community and support its ethos;
• Follow and actively promote the school’s policies;
• Comply with health and safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate;
• Communicate effectively with parents of pupils and with persons or bodies outside the school who are concerned with the welfare of pupils, after consultation with appropriate staff;
• Actively pursue own personal and professional development;
• Any further duties which may from time to time, reasonably be required by the Headteacher.
• Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality.
• Teachers must have an understanding of, and always act within, the statutory frameworks which set out their professional duties and responsibilities.
• This job description is current at the date shown, but in consultation, may be changed by the Headteacher/Governors to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the scale and job title.
• Appointment to this role is subject to the current conditions of employment of teachers contained in the School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document, the Education Act 1997, the required standards for Qualified Teacher Status, other current educational legislation, and the school’s articles of government

Why work for us?

•  At QEGSMAT, we value the hard work and dedication of our team members, and as such we believe that progression should be a simple process. That’s why we are proud to offer an Automatic Pay Review program, rather than the traditional annual pay and performance review, as part of our comprehensive benefits package.
• Continual access to CPD opportunities. QEGSMAT works with a large number of organisations to develop staff to fulfil their aspirations and potential. We are committed to providing first-rate training and development to all our staff within this evolving Trust.
• We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination, and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
• All staff have access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which provides confidential, independent and unbiased information and guidance 24/7. This can also include bespoke counselling sessions for staff if needed.
• All roles are subject to nationally agreed terms and conditions of service.
• With access to Teacher Pension Scheme employer contributions of 28.68%.
• Family friendly policies
• Access to Flu Vaccines
• Opportunity to work flexibly
• Access to 750+ discounts on everyday essentials via our benefits package with Vivup