Salary
MPS/UPS
Contractual hours
32.5
Basis
Full Time
Job type
Teaching
Location
Reading
Job category
Teacher
Date posted
16/12/2024
Job reference
GST-R0787
We are looking for a Teacher of Drama. This is an exciting opportunity to join John Madejski Academy, become an integral member of the teaching team and further contribute to the life chances of our young people in the school, and across the Trust. The School is on a rapid trajectory of improvement that will be sustained over many years, it is a chance to be part of something very special.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi-academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. We are building a family of like-minded schools that collaborate to provide mutual support and learn from each other while retaining their own distinctive character.
Main responsibilities:
* To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
* To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a Teacher/Tutor.
* To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
* To contribute to raising standards of student attainment.
* To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.
Teaching:
* To undertake a designated programme of teaching across all key stages.
* To teach consistently high-quality lessons.
* To plan and deliver schemes of work and lessons that meet the requirements across KS3 – KS5.
* To be a role model for students, inspiring them to be actively interested in your subject.
* To maintain appropriate records and to provide relevant accurate and up-to-date information for MIS, registers.
* To complete the relevant documentation to assist in the tracking of students.
* To set expectations for staff and students in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of learning & teaching.
* To prioritise and manage time effectively, ensuring continued professional development in line with the role.
* To follow the school policies and procedures.
* To ensure the effective/efficient deployment of classroom support.
* To maintain discipline in accordance with the school procedures, and to encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework.
* To update professional knowledge and expertise as appropriate to keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and methodology.
Assessment, Feedback and Tracking:
* To lead, monitor and evaluate the assessment and feedback to students in line with whole school and department policy.
* To follow department monitoring and tracking systems relating to students’ attainment, progress and achievement.
* To mark, grade and give written/verbal and diagnostic feedback as required.
* To undertake assessment of students as requested by external examination bodies, curriculum areas and school procedures.
* To assess, record and report on the attendance, progress, development and attainment of students and to keep such records as are required.
* To complete the relevant documentation to assist in the tracking of students.
* To follow department policy regarding department tracking of student progress and use information to inform learning and teaching.
* To follow setting and coordinating assessment arrangements in history at all Key Stages, and in all areas as required by school policies, including standardising those assessments.
* Commit to their own professional development, proactively identifying development opportunities.
You will need:
* To hold a recognised degree (or equivalent) with a good classification in a relevant subject.
* Teaching qualification (QTS).
* Commitment to own self-development.
* Ability to teach your subject area up to Key Stage 4.
* Desire to further raise overall achievement in your subject area through promoting the highest standards of teaching and learning.
* A flexible approach to the teaching of your subject that seeks to promote the learning opportunities of all students and to secure the highest possible levels of achievement.
* To demonstrate a commitment to following the School’s principles of teaching, learning and assessment.
* Good discipline/classroom management.
* Commitment to working within the School’s Safeguarding Policy and Procedures.
* Commitment to high standards and expectations.
* High levels of professional integrity.
What’s in it for you:
* Professional development and career progression.
* Generous pension scheme.
* An Employee Assistance Programme.
* Gym Discounts.
* Free eye tests.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Green car scheme.
* Being part of a great team and expanding organisation.
Please download the recruitment pack for further information. Closing date for receipt of applications is 26th January 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date. We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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