Classroom Teacher (KS2)

Overview

Our school is a successful, one-form entry, Prep School for boys and girls aged from 3 – 11 based in West London. They pride themselves in offering a caring educational atmosphere that inspires intellectual curiosity and gives children the confidence they need to thrive in the future.

The school are now looking to recruit a KS2 Classroom Teacher who will report into the Head of the Upper School.

The Role

To provide an outstanding academic and pastoral experience so that pupils flourish under their guidance.
To deliver lessons and provide pastoral care which are of the highest quality so that pupil’s learning is optimized, lessons are enjoyable and the curriculum is delivered effectively.

• Teaching:
  In order to ensure good progress and outcomes by pupils and, through expert guidance, support students to be reflective, independent and collaborative learners, the post holder will be required
• To demonstrate expert subject and curriculum knowledge and set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils, planning and delivering high quality lessons which are thoughtful and have good outcomes for pupils
• To act as a role model of positive values and behaviour, nurture and establish an environment in which pupils are intellectually curious and are stretched and challenged; manage behaviour effectively and ensure a good, safe and secure learning environment; have high expectations of good behaviours, establishing a clear framework and maintaining good relationships
• To contribute proactively to the design and provision of a teaching programme or series of lessons; establishing ways to adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils; know and understand all these needs
• To comply with the School Policy regarding aims and objectives, schemes of work, assessment, target setting, homework and administrative duties
• To use assessment to provide feedback to pupils to enhance learning and to plan and inform future teaching; use formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress
• To use and manage data to monitor progress and to feedback to pupils, parents, Head of Upper School and SLT; to contribute to the achievement of school development plan and subject development plan goals and targets; to attend and contribute to Upper School and Staff Meetings.

Pastoral Care:
In order to promote and nurture a safe pastoral environment in which good relationships and communication flourish the post holder will be able:

• To set high standards of care, welfare and guidance for pupils (academic, co-curricular and pastoral)
• To provide guidance and advice to pupils on educational and social matters; making relevant records and reports
• To communicate effectively with, pupils, parents and staff on all matters relating to pupils under direct care; when requested, work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues on any issues relating to pupils under direct care
• To ensure that pastoral records are kept up to date and passed on to the next teacher
• To know and use the school systems to provide support for all pupils e.g learning support
• To monitor and manage attendance and punctuality of all members of the class
• To contribute to assemblies, lead class assemblies, seasonal productions and undertake educational visits
• To maintain good order and discipline among the pupils and safeguard their health and safety both when they are in school and on school activities elsewhere
• To carry out an equitable share of supervising duties in accordance with agreed rosters. All staff are required to supervise pupils during play times or lunch each day

Co – Curricula:

• To run a weekly club session typically between 15.45 and 16.45, the content of which will be negotiated.
• To provide support and guidance for pupils and contribute meaningfully to the life of the school outside the classroom
• To support and attend school events

Continuous Professional Development:

• To reflect critically on own practice, evaluate effectiveness and actively seek opportunities for growth and development
• To participate actively with CPD/INSET to ensure knowledge and learning is embedded into teaching practice
• To contribute to the professional development of others by sharing knowledge and working collaboratively
• To take responsibility for improving practice and own learning, respond positively to coaching and mentoring where appropriate

The Person

Education / Qualifications

• Required:
  • Educated to degree standard with relevant recognised teaching qualifications to include at least a GCSE “C” grade in English & Maths
  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • A record of continual professional development
• Desirable:
  • First Aid experience / qualification
  • Valid Child Safeguarding training

Previous Experience

• Required:
  • Teaching in a primary setting
  • Demonstrate excellent class room practice and management skills
• Desirable
  • Experience of teaching in an English Prep School
  • Experienced in teaching KS2
  • Able to offer specialist subject
  • Experience of coordinating a subject area across the curriculum
  • Dealings with first aid matters

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Required:
  • Accurate spelling and punctuation
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Good team working skills
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Excellent IT Skills (eg, IWBs and Google Classroom)
  • Able to deliver curriculum using modern and traditional methods

Aptitudes, Personal & Characteristics

• Required:
  • Fluent in English
  • Ability to work under pressure and organise own workload.
  • Pro-active problem solving approach – able to show initiative.
  • Drive, enthusiasm and patience to succeed.
• Desirable:
  • Discretion, diplomacy and tact