Diocese of Manchester
Trafford Metropolitan Borough
May 2016 /St Hilda’s C of E Primary School
Foundation Stage Teacher Person Specification
/Essential / Desirable
Qualifications / Qualified Teacher Status / Evidence of continuous INSET and commitment to further professional development
Paediatric First Aid
Experience / Experience of teaching at Foundation Stage. / Experience of Nursery Education and introducing children who are new to Nursery setting
Baseline assessment
Teaching in KS1 and/or KS2
Forest Schools & Development of the outdoor curriculum
Teaching and Curriculum / · A secure understanding of how children learn and develop in the Early Years.
· Thorough understanding of the EYFS curriculum and statutory National Curriculum requirements at Key Stage 1 to assist with progression;
· Understanding and use of observation based assessments to monitor progress and plan future learning
· Create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment. / Meeting needs of those pupils with English as an Additional Language.
Familiarity with using early learning goals and Development Matters.
Music specialism
Philosophy and Character / · Enjoyment of learning and infectious enthusiasm that stimulates both children and adults in the setting.
· Ability to be independent and to show initiative when completing tasks.
· Ability to work within a team of staff effectively.
· Excellent inter-personal, communication and organisational skills
· To be able to keep effective records on groups or individual children.
· A willingness to work closely and cooperatively with parents, carers, and promote positive relationships.
· Ability to maintain complete confidentiality on all school matters
· Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection reporting all concerns to the appropriate person.
Faith / Appreciation of and enthusiasm for supporting our Christian ethos in a multi-cultural, multi-faith context. / Active Christian faith
Safeguarding / Clear DBS disclosure and formal confirmation that employer has no concerns regarding suitability to work with children
A Christian School: one family, learning with love, excelling through faith