Advert Details
We are looking to appoint classroom-based Teachers for September 2020
(full-time or part-time, applications from NQTs welcomed)
Do you have drive, a passion for teaching and learning and a real empathy for young children and what motivates them? Are you confident that you can impact pupil progress in your classroom and create a happy, focused atmosphere for learning? Are you keen to benefit from working in our flourishing Kite Academy Trust?
We are seeking individuals who are:
• Excellent classroom practitioners
• Passionate and can show they have high expectations for the progress and attainment of the children
• Good team players, hard-working and keen to develop their own practice
• Committed to working in partnership with pupils, staff, parents, governors and the wider community
The benefits of working as teachers in a multi academy trust include widely varied and quality CPD, team-working and greater opportunities for professional development and promotion within the organisation.
The Kite Academy Trust comprises nine Primary Academies, a mix of infant and through-primary, one and two-form entry. We have three nurseries and a specialist unit for children with Developmental Language Delay. We are closely connected in the Farnham/Frimley/ Camberley/Farnborough area, with a Central Office at Holly Lodge Primary Academy in Ash Vale.
For more information, please contact Jan Abel (Kite HR team) jan.abel@kite.academy or apply through our website www.thekiteacademytrust.org
Please apply by no later than midday, Wednesday 3rd June 2020
Interviews to be held week commencing 8th June 2020
Suitable applicants may be interviewed sooner according to availability and the post filled prior to this date so applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Class Teacher
To take responsibility for a class of children to promote effective teaching and learning and instil in each child a love of learning for life that enables them to achieve beyond what they thought possible
To promote the highest standards of education in a caring and supportive environment where children feel safe, secure and ready to learn.
To take responsibility for an area of the curriculum and co-ordinate the work of colleagues and policy in order to promote effective teaching and learning for pupils.
To be responsible for the education and welfare of a class of pupils in accordance with the requirements of Conditions of Employment of School Teachers, having regard to the requirements of the Primary Curriculum and Foundation Stage Curriculum, the Academy’s aims, objectives, development plan, programmes of work, and policies of the Academy Trust.
To share in the corporate responsibility for the well -being and discipline of all pupils.
To be responsible for own safety and the safety of those affected by your work, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act, Management of Health and Safety Regulations.
Through strong modelling of the Academys’ values, our teachers:
Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
• create a safe and stimulating learning environment
• ensure stretch and challenge for pupils of all backgrounds and abilities
• consistently demonstrate the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils
• have confidence to creatively solve the variety of challenges teachers face
Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
• be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes
• plan teaching to build on pupils’ capabilities and prior knowledge, addressing misunderstandings
• enable pupils to reflect on their learning and progress towards targets, encouraging them to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own learning
• through classroom practise, demonstrate an understanding of how pupils learn
• use a variety of teaching methods, planned adult intervention, first –hand experience and play and talk as vehicles for learning
• use effective questioning and listen carefully to pupils, addressing misconceptions
Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
• show a secure knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum and ensure a working knowledge of any developments
• ensure that teaching is interesting and engaging
• promote high standards of literacy and demonstrate a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics
• demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies in maths
Plan and teach well-structured lessons
• ensure lessons are well-structured and promote a love of learning
• ensure that time is used effectively and resources are organised and readily available to promote a purposeful environment for teaching and learning to take place.
• set and give effective feedback on homework and support parents in its implementation
• plan and participate in other out-of-class activities (off-site trips, residential visits) to enrich children’s knowledge and understanding
• reflect upon own teaching critically to improve effectiveness
• contribute to the design of an engaging whole Academy curriculum through leading (either individually or as a team member) a subject area/areas (not NQTs), developing plans which identify clear targets and success criteria
• Contribute to whole Academy priorities for development
Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils
• ensure effective differentiation
• adapt teaching to address the range of learning needs and styles of children
• ensure teaching is adapted to engage and support children at different stages of development and with varying needs including those of high ability; those with English as an additional language and those with disabilities; take appropriate account of ethnic and cultural diversity to enrich the curriculum and raise achievement
• plan effectively to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and, in collaboration with the SENCo, make an appropriate contribution to the preparation, implementation, monitoring and review of SEND support arrangements
Make accurate and productive use of assessment
• know and understand how to assess pupils including statutory assessment requirements
• make use of formative and summative assessment to ensure progress; use data to monitor this, setting targets, and planning lessons to help meet these
• 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 clear rules and routines and high expectations for behaviour in classrooms
• promote good and considerate behaviour both in classrooms and around the Academy, in line with the Academy’s behaviour policy
• maintain an expectation of positive learning behaviour through development of independence, concentration, perseverance and attentive listening
• involve and motivate children by using a range of approaches to effectively manage classes appropriate to children’s needs
• maintain excellent relationships with children
Fulfil wider professional responsibilities
• make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the Academy through supporting initiatives, extra- curricular and charitable events that enrich pupils’ life experiences and build relationships with parents and the community
• draw on advice and specialist support when needed
• work effectively with support staff
• work as a member of a team, planning co-operatively, sharing information, ideas and expertise, developing effective professional relationships with colleagues
• be proactive in improving teaching through appropriate CPD
• respond to advice and feedback from colleagues
• liaise effectively with pupils’ parents/carers through informative oral and written reports on progress and achievements, discussing appropriate targets and encouraging them to support their children’s learning, behaviour and progress
Demonstrate professional duties and responsibilities in line with Part II of Teachers’ Standards.
Undertake reasonable roles and responsibilities as requested by the Head Teacher to meet the needs of the children in the Academy.