Job Purpose:

To give high quality teaching of the subject specialism, which will support and encourage pupils in their active learning by providing relevant tasks that are suited to their aptitude and ability.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

·       Support and work towards the stated Aims and Objectives of this Church of England School as agreed by the Governors

·       A close working relationship with other teachers is assumed throughout this document and forms an essential element in the effective operation of this post

·       Plan, teach and assess the assigned classes according to the National Curriculum, the agreed departmental curriculum policies and schemes of work, having regard for relevance, differentiation, progression and evaluation of learning

·       Adopt a variety of teaching styles suitable to the needs of the pupils

·       Monitor, support and encourage pupils in their learning, behaviour and appearance in line with agreed guidelines

·       Actively encourage all pupils to take an increasing responsibility for their own learning

·       Promote a positive school image by ensuring that pupils’ work is regularly displayed, and that equipment, furniture and fittings are used effectively and are well cared for by pupils

·       Monitor pupil behaviour and attendance at individual lessons, promptly reporting concerns through either the academic or pastoral management structure as appropriate

·       Participate in the arrangements for Performance Management in accordance with the School’s agreed procedure

·       Regularly set and mark appropriate class work and homework, to be completed in accordance with the School’s Homework Policy and published timetable

·       Contribute to departmental planning as reasonably required by the Head of Department

·       To promptly attend relevant scheduled calendar meetings and the daily briefing meeting

Other

·       Carries out any other duties as directed by the head of department that are within the scope, purpose and spirit of the role

·       Attends regular continuing professional development (CPD) as required by the school, and other optional relevant CPD to develop good practice

·       Proactively takes steps to ensure their mental health and wellbeing is protected, seeking further support if appropriate

Safeguarding and Child Protection

·       Knows what to do if they have concerns about a child

·       Takes on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare

·       Undertakes regular safeguarding and child protection training

Familiarises themselves with Keeping Children Safe in Education part 1 (KCSIE) and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy