Class Teacher Ks1 - Dunstable, United Kingdom - The Shared Learning Trust

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Dunstable, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Class Teacher KS1

The Vale Academy is on an exciting journey of development as we strive to improve educational outcomes for our pupils.

We are looking for a creative and innovative KS1 Teacher to join our team and play a key role in motivating and inspiring young learners.

In everything we do, we aim to create a positive and safe environment to foster success and impact our students' lives.

The role a teacher plays is truly instrumental; it is their ability, skillset, knowledge and enthusiasm, which determines the success of children they teach.

Therefore, we are looking for an excellent teacher who knows how to enthuse and connect with childrento ensure our pupils' have the best possible chance to thrive.

This role is suitable for teaching colleague with experience.

We understand that as a teacher, there are various pressures that come with the extensive preparation that is required for all pupils to make great progress.

As much as we look for teachers who will invest and care about our pupils, it is equally importantto us that we support and invest in our teachers too.

As part of the Trust's Primary Partnership you will have access to extensive on-line training (at every level), and programmes to significantly develop your own skills through internal and external training.

Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds and abilities
Make use of formative and summative assessment to record pupils' progress
Teacher with experience of teaching KS
QTS essential
Be accountable for pupils' attainment, progress and outcomes
Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time

Job Specifics

Start DateJanuary 2023 or earlier

Contract Full-time, Permanent

PURPOSE OF POST:

Applicants should have a clear understanding about effective teaching, raising and sustaining achievement and the support required for well-motivated students.

They should be good communicators and should be able to engage effectively.

SET HIGH EXPECTIONS WHICH INSPIRE, MOTIVATE AND CHALLENGE PUPILS

Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions
Consistently demonstrate the positive attitudes, values and behaviours which are expected of pupils

PROMOTE GOOD PROGRESS AND OUTCOMES BY PUPILS

Be accountable for pupils' attainment, progress and outcomes
Be aware of pupils' capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these
Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching
Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study

DEMONSTRATE GOOD SUBJECT AND CURRICULUM KNOWLEDGE

PLAN AND TEACH WELL STRUCTURED LESSONS

Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time
Promote a love of learning and children's intellectual curiosity
Set homework and plan other outofclass activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired

ADAPT TEACHING TO RESPOND TO THE STRENGTHS AND NEEDS OF ALL PUPILS

Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of children, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils' education at different stages of development
Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approachesto engage and support them.

MAKE ACCURATE AND PRODUCTIVE USE OF ASSESSMENT

Make use of formative and summative assessment to record pupils' progress
Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons
Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond to the feedback

MANAGE BEHAVIOUR EFFECTIVELY TO ENSURE A GOOD AND SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly

FULFIL WIDER PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support
Communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils' achievements and wellbeing
This list is by no means exhaustive; it is more of a guide of expected duties. The post holder may therefore be directed by the Head of school to undertake any other duties commensurate with this role