Part-Time Class Teacher (Fixed-Term)

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and skilled teacher to join our welcoming school who:

• Has a secure understanding of the national curriculum expectations
• Has experience of assessments within the primary phase, particularly in phonics
• Can promote the highest academic outcomes for all children through strong teaching
• Is flexible in their approach and excited by teaching through innovative and engaging activities
• Is reflective of their own practice and responds positively to feedback and evaluation
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team

Teaching Experience

Essential:

• Enthusiastic and excellent practitioner
• Teacher who has experience of working in Key Stage 1 and 2
• Working with pupils with Special Educational Needs
• A good understanding of how children learn
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils
• Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
• High expectations

Desirable:

• Experience teaching a range of year groups
• Teaching pupils who have behavioural needs
• Experience of working and communicating effectively with job share teaching partner.

Knowledge

Essential:

• Key Stage 1 and 2 Curriculum and assessment procedures
• Little Wandle/Synthetic Phonics
• A clear understanding of how children learn
• Equal Opportunities
• SEN Code of Practice
• Inclusive Teaching Strategies
• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies

Desirable:

• Core subject curriculum expertise
• Leading a core subject area

Skills & Abilities

Essential:

• Competent and current ICT Skills
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants
• A team player
• Strong communication skills with parents and children
• Creative approach to teaching

Desirable:

• Creative background

Leadership skills and experience of leading a subject across the whole school

Philosophy, Beliefs, Values

Essential:

• High expectations of children’s attainment and behaviour
• Respect for and tolerance of difference and an understanding of the individuality of the child
• A genuine commitment to the principles of inclusion and the success of every child
• Willing to involve themselves in the life of the school
• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• High expectations for children’s attainment and progress
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality