KS2 Class Teacher

Experience

• A good classroom practitioner
• Evidence of the ability to work within the statutory requirements for planning and assessment
• A good understanding and evidence of the use of pupil performance data to set targets for continuous improvement and raising standards
• The ability to evaluate teaching methods
• Working with parents/carers, other agencies, other schools and the local community
• Recent experience working in KS2

Knowledge and Understanding

• Factors relating to the raising of pupil achievement and standards of progress
• Meeting the needs of all pupils, including SEN and more able
• Understanding and commitment to the school’s policy on equal opportunities
• National Curriculum framework, structure and development
• Development planning and the formulation, implementation and evaluation of short, medium and longer term objectives at year group level
• The need for the creation of an attractive, secure and stimulating environment in which pupils can learn and adults can work
• Current educational developments and legislation
• The process of OfSTED inspection
• Clear understanding of the procedures for child protection
• Sound understanding of health and safety in the workplace

Skills and Abilities

• Good classroom practice and demonstrable commitment to improving both academic standards and behavioural and pastoral support systems
• Good levels of communication skills, particularly in relation to pupils, colleagues and parents/carers
• The ability to build strong home-school links and a commitment to working in partnership with parents/carers
• Total commitment to the School’s vision, Aims and School Development Plan
• Good interpersonal and skills
• Is a reflective practitioner
• Demonstrates a clear personal philosophy of education and how children learn
• Ability to motivate self through continuous personal and professional development
• Computer literate on PC based software and e-learning
• Ability to be diplomatic, reliable and discreet (especially in connection with confidential information)
• Ability to take decisions with sensitivity
• Demonstrates a positive and flexible attitude