Teacher (EYFS)

Qualifications

1)
Qualified teacher status (QTS) recognised by
the DfE

2) Evidence of recent or relevant in-service training

3) Have at least 5 GCSEs (grades 4-9/A* to C), or equivalent, including English andMathematics (and be able to provide the original certificates for these as evidence)(Equivalent qualifications include Level 2 Functional Skills; O-level grade C or above or CSE grade 1.)

Teaching and Learning

4) Ability to teach to a high standard across the early years/primary phase, with evidence ofhaving achieved successful outcomes

5) An up-to-date knowledge of:

• the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum/National Curriculum;
• current strategies for Literacy/English and Maths and
• current priorities in education e.g. educational issues relating to the early years, Phonics, Reading, Grammar, Maths Mastery etc

6) Ability to plan and teach high quality lessons to meet the needs of all learners

7) A clear grasp of the use of assessment to further children’s learning

8) Skilled at developing children’s self-esteem and motivation so that they become resilient, independent learners

Wider Professional Duties

9) Ability to work effectively as a member of the school team, establishing and maintaininggood, positive relationships with colleagues, parents and pupils

10) Ability to manage support staff and other adults effectively

11) Ability to promote and maintain high standards of behaviour throughout the school

12) Willingness to take part in the wider school community

13) Ability to manage a curriculum area (not NQTs)

Personal Qualities

The candidate will need to demonstrate:

14) An enthusiasm for working with children

15) A commitment to the vision, values and ethos of the school

16) A commitment to equal opportunities in practice

17) High expectations of staff, children and the wider school community