KS2 Teacher

The School:

North London Grammar and Prep School is a modern independent school, situated in Hendon, North London, with state-of-the-art facilities. Students benefit from small class sizes and highly interactive learning. The school is a warm and welcoming environment, with a supportive team and an investment in training. This is an exciting time to be joining the school in a new phase of our growth.  

The Post:

North London Grammar and Prep School has the highest ambitions for our pupils’ intellectual and academic experience at all age levels. Our aspirations mean that we are not just looking for an outstanding KS2 Teacher to be a part of our team, but someone who has the experience and drive to help the School in achieving our vision. If you are an outstanding teacher and experienced professional who will not settle for less than excellence we would be delighted to hear from you.

 Teaching and Learning

·      Be an ‘outstanding’ role model and act as a leading classroom practitioner and inspiring and motivating other staff and children.

·      Working with the Senior Leadership Team and Headteacher to sustain high expectations and outstanding practice in teaching and learning throughout the Prep school.

·      Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and standards of pupil’s achievement and use benchmarks and set targets for school improvement.

·      Plan and create resources for lessons; mark pupils' work, giving constructive for progression;

·      Set and mark homework.

Deploying staff and resources

·      In consultation with, and by the direction of the Deputy Headteacher, deploy people and resources efficiently and effectively i.e. timetables, deployment of TA’s and supply staff.

Students

·      Set high expectations for students’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline

·      Undertake student supervisory duties and cover for absent colleagues in line with school procedures

·      Assess and record each student’s progress, including through observation, questioning, testing and marking

Communication

·      Contribute to meetings and discussions about teaching methods, schemes of learning, student progress and School policies

·      Keep parents and line managers informed about student progress/concerns and action taken

·      Attend relevant parents’ evenings

Operational

·      Promote the School to current parents and potential parents.

·      Work with SLT and inspectors during inspections by regulatory bodies and to assist in the implementation of any recommendations.

·      To prepare for and attend after school performances and shows;

Staff

·      Work as a team with other staff members.

·      Be responsible for participating in all self-development activities including appraisals etc.

·      To attend school INSET days and after school training sessions.

Pastoral Care

·      Be fully conversant with, and apply, the School’s child protection policy and all related issues.

·      Promote good attendance and monitor it in accordance with School policy.

·      Promote the general progress and well-being of pupils

Professional Standards

·      Support the aims and ethos of the School and carry out the school’s strategic plan.

·      Treat all members of the School community with respect and consideration.

·      Treat all pupils fairly, consistently and without prejudice.

·      Set a good example to pupils in terms of appropriate dress, punctuality and attendance. 

·      Participate in the School’s extracurricular programme.

You are expected to act in accordance with the aims, policies and administrative procedures of the School. Responsibilities may be direct, joint or through devolved structures, but always in accordance with whole school policies. These details may be amended at any time by agreement, but in any case, will be reviewed through the appraisal process.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, fill in an application using the TES application form.

NB: Applications will be considered whilst the post is being advertised. North London Grammar School reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline. We advise early applications are submitted.

North London Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.