Maternity cover for EYFS Phase Leader and Reception Class Teacher

The Federation and Academy

Hatcham Temple Grove is a very popular and oversubscribed non-selective two form entry primary school and is part of Haberdashers’ Aske’s Hatcham College. The academic outcomes for our children at all levels are very good. In 2014 the school received an ‘outstanding’ rating from OFSTED. 

The role

To raise the standards of attainment of the pupils in their class and ensure that planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reporting meet the varying learning and social needs. To maintain the positive ethos and core values of the school, both inside and outside the classroom. To lead the staff of the Phase team to achieve high quality teaching, effective use of resources and the highest standards of learning and achievement for all pupils. To liaise effectively with senior colleagues to ensure consistency in teaching and learning across the school.     

The Candidate

• Contribute to constructive team-building amongst teaching and non-teaching staff, parents and governors
• Ensure that the current national conditions of employment for school teachers are met
• Implement agreed school policies and guidelines
• Support initiatives decided by the principal, head of primary phase and staff
• Plan appropriately to meet the needs of all pupils, through differentiation of tasks
• Be creative in providing imaginative learning opportunities for pupils in the class
• Work effectively with year group and phase partners to plan dynamic and effective learning schemesTo lead a core subject as or if required
• To contribute to the review of school improvement priorities and setting of further ambitious targets for school improvement
• To be instrumental in developing a stimulating and engaging curriculum for pupils within a phase group and learning and teaching team
• To monitor and review the quality of learning and teaching, ensuring that pupils make good progress
• To promote a 3-18 culture and integration across phases wherever possible
• Be innovative in the use of ICT and a range of other resources to provide excellent and personalised learning
• Be able to set clear targets, based on prior attainment, for pupils’ learning
• Provide a stimulating classroom environment, where resources can be accessed appropriately by all pupils
• Keep appropriate and efficient records, integrating formative and summative assessment into weekly and termly planning
• Report to parents on the development, progress and attainment of pupils
• Maintain good order and discipline amongst pupils, in accordance with the school's behaviour policy
• Participate in meetings to ensure the best provision for individual pupils is assured to meet their specific needs
• Participate in meetings which relate to the school's management, curriculum, administration or organisation
• Communicate and co-operate with specialists from outside agencies
• Lead, organise and direct support staff within the classroom
• Participate in the performance management system for the appraisal of their own performance, or that of other teachers