Class Teacher
LEO Academy Trust, North Cheam, Sutton
Class Teacher
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LEO Academy Trust, North Cheam, Sutton
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 days ago, 1 Jan | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 80998d03dd6d4f3085ff54a1e4c951ff
Full Job Description
To teach pupils within the school and to carry out such other associated duties as are reasonably assigned by the Principal. These may include advising and co-operating with the Principal and other teachers on the preparation and development of course of study, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements. Those employed on the Upper range are expected to be highly competent in all elements of the relevant standards, and achieve and contribute in a substantial and sustained manner throughout the setting(s). Employment Duties: This job description is to be carried out in accordance with agreed school policies and the provisions of the employee contract and the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document, which includes the Teachers' Standards (part 1 and part 2). Relationships:
- Responsible to the Principal in all matters and to the Vice Principal in the Principal's absence.
- Responsible for the supervision of the work of relevant learning support assistants.
- Liaison with some or all of the following:
- Pupils and parents;
- The Principal, Vice Principal, subject leaders and members of the teaching and support staff;
- The Academy Trust Committee;
- School representatives of the teaching unions;
- Local Authority education staff;
- Staff members from other schools or Trusts;
- Members of the community. Key Tasks and Activities: The main employment duties attaching to the post are as follows:
- To teach, according to their educational needs, assigned pupils in the allocated class;
- To control and oversee the use and storage of teaching materials provided for class usage;
- Under the direction of Year Leaders and in conjunction with other colleagues, to plan and prepare lessons, schemes of work and activities which ensure that the work of the class provides equality of access to the curriculum and is appropriate to the age range and abilities of the children in it;
- To monitor and assess pupils' achievements and progress in accordance with arrangements agreed within the school and report to parents periodically as required;
- To maintain discipline in accordance within the rules and disciplinary systems of the school;
- To attend meetings, contribute to discussions and management systems necessary to coordinate the work of the school and Trust as a whole;
- To promote equal opportunities within the school and to seek to ensure the implementation of the Trust's equal opportunities policy;
- To mark class attendance registers.
- Engage with and agree a professional growth plan;
- Attend relevant INSET, report back to colleagues and implement the outcomes as appropriate in classroom practice. General Information: Equality of Opportunity
- As a member of Trust staff, to take individual and collective professional responsibility for reinforcing and promoting a working environment free from discrimination, victimisation, harassment and bullying. Confidentiality and Data Protection
- To treat all information acquired through employment, both formally and informally, in strict confidence.
- To be aware of the school's responsibilities under the General Data Protection Regulation 2018 for the security, accuracy and relevance of personal data held on such systems and ensure that all processes comply with this. To contribute as an effective and collaborative member of the School team
- Any other duties as reasonably required by any manager of the school.
- Participating in the ongoing development, implementation and monitoring of the school development plan.
- Attend regular meetings as required and make a positive contribution during meetings. Child Protection
- Being aware of and complying with policies and procedures relating to child protection reporting all concerns to an appropriate person., For this role the Trust would not consider sponsoring a Certificate of Sponsorship/visa. Please note we are unable to offer advice on any Visa and Immigration cases.
- Feedback will only be provided upon request if you attend an interview.
- In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidelines, the Trust will use internet searches, including social media searches to perform pre- employment checks on candidates in the course of recruitment. The Trust will act in accordance with its data protection and equal opportunities obligations.
- Employees working in any role that requires them to communicate with pupils, parents, guardians, staff and / or members of the community, must be able to speak fluent English to enable the effective performance of the role and to ensure that they are able to abide by their safeguarding responsibilities.
- LEO Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills. Applications are invited from all members of the community. We do not discriminate against staff on the basis of age; race; sex; disability; sexual orientation; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; religion, faith or belief (Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics). The principles of non-discrimination and equality of opportunity also apply to the way in which staff and Trust treat visitors, volunteers, contractors and former staff members.
Holds Qualified Teacher Status(Unless employed as an unqualified teacher) (A) Experience and Interests 1. Substantial experience of successful teaching of primary age children (A/SS/I) 2. Make accurate and productive use of assessment and monitoring strategies, designed to raise attainment and progress; have high expectations of all learners (SS/I) Commitment and ability 3. Able to demonstrate how your role will impact positively on pupil attainment and progress (SS/I) 4. Commitment to keeping up to date with evidence-informed strategies and initiatives, and to ensuring these are communicated effectively to appropriate stakeholders (SS/I) 5. To be enthusiastic about working within a climate of positive change. Able to assimilate new ideas and procedures into own practice and model this to others (SS/I) 6. Ability to successfully organise your own workload and that of others (CO/SS/I) 7. Ability to work to agreed deadlines (SS/I) 8. Be an exemplary and innovative classroom practitioner (CO/SS/I) 9. A commitment to effective inclusion to cater for all needs in a primary mainstream school (CO/SS/I) 10. Commitment to developing and extending effective community links and partnerships (SS/I) 11.Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing across a variety of situations (CO/SS/I) 12.A commitment to adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils in a mainstream school, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SS/I) 13. Commitment to ensuring equity, inclusion and a sense of belonging with regards to all aspects of school life (SS/I/CO) 14. A commitment to making a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school, including extra-curricular activities (SS/I) 15. A commitment to taking responsibility for improving your teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues (A/SS/I) 16. Work in partnership with the academy committee, communicating effectively to them when necessary (SS/I) 17. Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment inside and outside the classroom (SS/I) The post holder should have the ability to travel between sites, as needed., All candidates should detail how you meet the aspects of the person specification for the role. You should describe your suitability against the person specification and ensure that you cover all essential criteria (if not marked as essential, please assume all are essential), by providing evidence and examples of proven experience.