General duties

·       Undertaking duties as required in the ‘Teachers’ Standards’

·       Displaying commitment to the ethos and success of the school.

·       Contributing to the school’s process of self-evaluation and development.

·       Being familiar with the school’s systems, structures, policies and procedures.

·       Actively supporting school activities where required, including attending educational trips, extra-curricular activities and parents’ evenings, which may require some out-of-hours availability.

·       Carrying out duties reasonably required by the Headteacher

Teaching duties

·       Delivering learning in accordance with the curriculum, national guidelines and the school’s strategy.

• Planning a varied, balanced and appropriate curriculum which supports the needs of all pupils and ensures all pupils reach their potential.
• Adapting teaching styles to suit all pupils and providing a supportive learning environment.
• Differentiating resources and equipment so lessons can be accessed by all pupils.

·       Self-evaluating their teaching to improve effectiveness.

·       Leading a curriculum area as appropriate to interests and experience

Pupil support

·       Carrying out other duties that support pupils’ learning while operating in accordance with the school’s policies and procedures.

·       Working as part of a team to evaluate and develop pupils’ learning needs.

·       Enforcing the school’s Behaviour Policy through effective classroom management.

·       Encouraging pupils to develop and use their creativity and initiative, gain increased independence, and undertake new responsibilities.

·       Being familiar with the ‘Special educational needs and disability code of practice: 0 to 25 years’ and supporting pupils with SEND appropriately.

·       Understanding the school’s safeguarding procedures and actively promoting pupils’ wellbeing and safety.

Monitoring and reporting

·       Being committed to the school’s target setting and monitoring systems for pupil progress.

·       Systematically assessing and recording pupils’ academic progress and other areas of their progress and using the results to inform lesson planning decisions.

·       Monitoring pupils’ classwork and homework, providing feedback and setting informed targets.

·       Delivering relevant national assessments in line with the relevant frameworks.

·       Reporting on individual pupils’ progress to the headteacher and parents, as required.

Training

·       Keeping up to date with, and remaining knowledgeable about, the requirements of the curriculum and national guidelines.

·       Undertaking relevant CPD.

Communication

·       Liaising with the curriculum lead to ensure teaching is delivered in line with school expectations and goals.

·       Working with the SENCO to ensure pupils with SEND are appropriately supported. 

·       Working with the DSL and their deputies to ensure safeguarding is promoted.

·       Working with the designated teacher for LAC to support LAC and previously LAC.