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Key Stage 1 Teacher (with Computing specialism would be advantageous)

Key Stage 1 Teacher (with Computing specialism would be advantageous)

Surbiton High Boys' Preparatory School

Kingston upon Thames

  • Expired
Salary:
United Learning Pay Scale
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2017
Apply by:
3 February 2017

Job overview

Closing Date: 12:00pm, Friday 3 February 2017
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 6 February 2017

Job Purpose: To inspire, encourage and empower our pupils to achieve their very best, and provide an environment where pupils develop academically and socially in an independent and self-confident way.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To be a Form Teacher as well as teach all subjects as required to a class of pupils, undertaking all of the duties expected of a class teacher
  • Teach any required subjects to other groups and classes, as reasonably required
  • Maintain a good up-to-date knowledge of the Key Stage 1 curriculum and assessment procedures.
  • Be committed to academic excellence and develop and implement programmes of study to ensure that each pupil develops at a good pace through differentiated planning and teaching
  • Use a range of ICT equipment and software appropriate to the year group
  • Support the school’s Digital Strategy in delivering effective, outstanding teaching through the use of one-to-one and shared iPads.
  • Ensure access to ICT resources in kept up to date and that a forward-thinking approach is maintained
  • Provide a stimulating learning environment through display, that is routinely maintained
  • Support colleagues as necessary and cooperatively to work as part of a team, attending all meetings and INSET
  • Undertake duties before, during and after school as required
  • Participate in co-curricular school activities including clubs and residential field trips
  • Be committed to the personal development of the pupils in the form and take responsibility for their welfare and social well-being
  • Develop effective professional relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents

Person Specification
The successful candidate will be likely to fit the following profile:

  • Good Honours degree
  • A postgraduate teaching qualification
  • Evidence of further relevant professional development
  • A specialism in Computing would be an advantage
  • The ability to inspire, motivate and support pupils and colleagues
  • Excellent organisational, administrative and ICT skills
  • A good up to date knowledge of the Key Stage 1 Curriculum
  • A proven track record of implementing iPads within lessons
  • Applications welcome from NQT’s as well as experienced teachers
  • Experience of teaching National Curriculum at KS1
  • Experience of delivering on academic performance both in terms of attainment and progress
  • Evidence of successful, inspiring and innovative teaching at all levels
  • Experience of delivering engaging and innovative lessons through the use of technology
  • Up-to-date knowledge of successful and innovative teaching and the latest curriculum developments and initiatives
  • Be aware of how current educational research supports the use of digital technology in teaching and learning
  • High levels of personal and professional integrity
  • Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality
  • Personal warmth to gain the confidence of pupils, staff and parents
  • Positive rapport with pupils
  • High standards of personal presence and presentation and attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate concisely and sensitively, both orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences
  • Efficient problem solver
  • A team player with leadership qualities and a reflective and flexible approach
  • Organised, energetic and able to self-direct
  • Ability to think creatively and imaginatively
  • High expectations for pupil attainment, personal development and conduct
  • Keen to develop pupils’ use of iPads as a mean to furthering engagement and deepening learning
  • Committed to professional development and show a willingness to undertake appropriate training for this role
  • Committed to the Surbiton High School’s ethos

Please note that the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

For any queries relating to the role or your application, please email recruitment@surbitonhigh.com

https://www.networxrecruitment.com/Jobs/Advert/553843

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About Surbiton High Boys' Preparatory School

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+44 20 8439 1400

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Surbiton High School aims to inspire, encourage and empower its staff and pupils to be the very best they can be.

We are a school where a passion and energy abound, a school with a real heart and soul, where we look beyond the A* to offer a breadth of opportunity which allows every pupil to flourish and every staff member to develop and succeed.

Surbiton High School is a school “brimming with energy and joie de vivre.” (ISI Inspection Report). We pride ourselves on being an extraordinary community where people matter, results count and where a passion for excellence drives everything we do. We feed our pupils’ minds, but we also care passionately about their character development and happiness. Our approach to education means that Surbiton High School pupils achieve the very best exam results and are also compassionate, authentic young people with strong values, keen to make a positive difference in the world.

Our inspirational staff are dedicated to delivering a rich curriculum and programme of co-curricular activities which challenge our pupils to explore ideas for themselves. Whether engaged in learning in the classroom, or through musical, artistic, sporting, enterprise or charitable activities, our pupils are constantly encouraged to connect with the wider world and embrace new experiences to build their confidence. All staff are expected and encouraged to play a full part in the academic, co-curricular and pastoral life of the School.

At Surbiton High School, we aim to bring out the ‘Best in Everyone’, and this resonates in the investment that we make in our colleagues. We recognise the importance of continuous learning and training and the School has a senior member of staff dedicated to supporting continuing professional development. We have a comprehensive whole School and individual INSET programme in place, including support for School Direct trainees as well as Newly Qualified Teachers (in our role as a regional NQT induction centre).

We actively encourage our staff to continue to develop their own expertise in the classroom and support their professional development through coaching and mentoring alongside professional qualifications such as: NPQML, NPQSL and MA courses in educational leadership. The School has a clearly developed leadership structure, offering extensive opportunities for career development and progression, including Heads of Department (Including Deputies) and Heads of Year (including Deputies) as well as Co-ordinators with specific responsibilities such as: Gifted and Talented, Oxbridge, Duke of Edinburgh and Expeditions.

Surbiton High School has approximately 1600 pupils aged between 4 and 18. Our Preparatory Schools are divided into the Girls’ Preparatory School and Boys’ Preparatory School, and the Senior School is girls only from age 11 upwards.

We are looking for applicants who are passionate about inspiring, encouraging and empowering our pupils and working with us to become the number one school of choice in South West London.


Head of the Boys’ Prep

Mrs Tracey Chong

https://www.surbitonhigh.com/boys-prep/

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