JOB PURPOSE

·        To deliver engaging and inclusive lessons that support academic achievement and an appreciation of reading, writing and language across Key Stages and abilities.

·        To contribute to the wider school culture.

Kingsbury High School are seeking a committed and enthusiastic candidate to join our thriving Physical Education and Extended Learning Department in a busy split site school. There may be the opportunity for a Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) for candidates who can demonstrate relevant experience in leading or delivering the programme. This responsibility would be discussed further with suitably qualified applicants. 

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The post holder is responsible to the Head of Department/Leadership Group Line Manager/Headteacher and any other designated Line Manager(s) for the following:

• Assist in ensuring a high quality of teaching and learning which meets the needs of all students
• Teaching Physical Education (and other subjects as agreed) throughout the age and ability range as directed
• Promote student’s interest in and commitment to the subject
• Implementing whole school policies (including equal opportunities, health and safety and security)
• Assist, as a team, identifying underachievement and praising good work and effort
• Implementing the policies of the Department (including assessment); help, as a team, to continuously develop the Department
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date attendance, punctuality and assessment records for all teaching groups
• Contributing to the general development of the Department; keeping abreast of relevant curriculum developments and assisting in their successful implementation where appropriate to the School/Department’s Development Plan
• Supporting links with Feeder Primary Schools and with colleges of Further and Higher education
• Participate in lesson observation and scrutiny of work
• Supporting subject related pupil activities (such as educational visits)
• General assistance with the administration of the Department
• Maintain high standards of classroom management order and discipline
• As a member of the teaching staff, you will be expected to teach PSHE and be a form tutor as part of the pastoral support and personal development curriculum of the school.

Full details of the job description and person specification can be found in the attached candidate pack.