The John Locke Academy

JOB DESCRIPTION

Class Teacher

Report to: Vice Principal

Grade: MPS/UPS

As a minimum the teacher will fulfil the professional duties set out in the current Teachers Pay and Conditions of Service document and National Standards for Qualified Teacher Status.

Purpose of the role:

To assist the Principal and SLT in establishing effective teaching.
To take full responsibility for the welfare and safety of all children
To promote positive behaviour from children and assist in establishing good standards of behaviour
To take responsibility for the management of other adults in the classroom
To be responsible to the Head Teacher and Governing Body and to participate in the appraisal of all staff as required

Specific duties include:

To be responsible for the day-to-day running of the class
To organise an appropriate and relevant curriculum, in consultation with other staff, and provide a stimulating environment for all children
To plan, organise and resource a classroom environment which facilitate all children’s independent learning and enable children to maximise their full potential
To ensure continuity and progression in the delivery of the new national curriculum, while supporting children who are still meeting Early Learning Goals.
To organise other adults deployed including Learning Support Assistants
To monitor children’s progress, keep meaningful records and evaluate performance through formal assessments in line with academy policy
To ensure the appropriate assessment and record keeping processes are in place and are carried out, including On-entry assessments
To arrange appropriate induction arrangements fornew children, including home visits where appropriate
To assist in the production and/or review of relevant JLA policies and documentation
To liaise closely with the Reception staff in order to provide continuity and progression in children’s learning
To implementJLA policies and procedures with specific regard to Safeguarding and Health and Safety
To work closely with parents in order to develop and maintain a positive home-school partnership, including appropriate reporting of progress
To organise and attend relevant parent meetings/evenings
To organise workshops for parents/carers of children, for example, relating to language and mathematical development
To requisition appropriate materials and equipment forlearning.
To keep up to date with current initiatives and curriculum developments as the relate to year
To identify, in consultation with other staff, priority areas for development and contribute to the annual Academy Development Plan identifying objectives, targets and success criteria
To liaise with the SENCO to ensure the early identification of children’s needs
To work with co-operatively with external agencies
To develop and maintain links with other settings in the community
Support the aims and ethos of the academy at all times, promoting these to parents and carers and to colleagues, visitors and other professionals both

To set a good example in terms of punctuality, attendance, behaviour and dress, and to support the development of the academy’s reputation and standing in the community

These duties may be reviewed as part of the academy’s appraisal process.

Criteria / Assessment basis
Qualifications /

QTS
Degree or equivalent
Commitment to continued professional development

/ Application Form
Experience /

Setting, maintaining and evaluating high standards
High quality teaching and learning in the classroom
Effective management of support staff
Using assessment and data to inform planning
Working with outside agencies
Effective positive behaviour management
Creation of engaging, stimulating learning environments, both inside and outside

/ Application form
Selection Process
Interview
References
Knowledge and Skills /

Knowledge of EYFS profile and national curriculum developments
Knowledge of best practice in Inclusion
Knowledge of curriculum development to ensure that all pupils are able to make excellent progress
Good, adaptable communication skills
Knowledge of systems and procedures to safeguard children
Ability to work collaboratively

/ Application form
Selection Process
Interview
References
Personal Qualities /

Flexible
Imaginative and able to take risks
Willing to let others take risks, ready to support if necessary
Resilient and adaptable
Approachable
Enthusiastic and passionate about EYFS education
Openness to new ideas and change
Reliability and integrity
Sense of humour

/ Application form
Selection Process
Interview
References