Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

We are looking for an enthusiastic Class Teacher to cover maternity leave from February 26. This is likely to be for 5/6 months, but is subject to change. This will be teaching our year 1 class for 3 days a week; Mon-Wed.

We are looking for someone to inspire our children, an excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills and a sense of fun!

Qualifications

• Educated to a degree level
• Qualified Teacher Status
• Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent) - grade C/4 or above
  

Experience

• Evidence of effectiveness as a teacher within the primary age range, including Reception
• Evidence of good or outstanding lesson observations
• Evidence of good behaviour management skills
• Experience of teaching children with SEND
• Expertise to use ICT to enhance and enrich the curriculum
• Has worked as part of a staff team e.g. collaborative planning, leading curriculum area

Knowledge

• Sound understanding of the National and EYFS Curriculum
• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies which motivate children and promote purposeful learning and progress
• A good understanding of how children learn
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils
• Knowledge of providing child-centred education and first-hand experiences to enthuse learners
• Knowledge of how to establish a secure, stimulating learning environment
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
• Ability to adapt teaching and learning to meet all pupils’ needs
• Clear understanding of safeguarding children in education

Skills

• Effective skills in planning, teaching, assessing and target setting
• Ability to assess the rates of progress of individual pupils and maintain appropriate records
• Ability to promote consistent positive behaviour management
• Understanding of use of data analysis in ensuring children progress
• Ability to work as a team, sharing ideas and expertise
• Is well organised and committed to participation in all school activities
• Has the ability to seek, listen to and act upon advice
• Has well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Ability to relate well to parents and encourage their participation in the education process
• Good ICT skills

Personal Attributes

• High expectations for children’s attainment and progress
• Able to make warm open relationships with children and adults
• Is an enthusiastic and energetic teacher with a sense of fun
• Has a good sense of humour and team spirit
• Is adaptable and has a positive approach to change
• Supportive to the ethos of a church school
• Committed to providing equality of opportunity and inclusion
• Committed to promoting the ethos and values of the school
• Committed to personal professional development
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times

Leadership

• Ability to lead the coordination and development of one subject area