Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Classroom Manager, providing supervision across the curriculum in the event of teacher absence. Ensuring pupils are engaged in pre-set work, managing pupil behaviour and ensuring a safe environment.
Job overview
In the absence of a teacher, you will be responsible for overseeing a lesson, ensuring pupil engagement with the assigned activities. You will communicate with teachers and other staff regarding lesson preparations and be adequately equipped to supervise effectively. Feedback should be provided to teachers about pupil engagement and any issues encountered during the lessons. Additionally, you will be tasked with maintaining a safe learning environment aligned with lesson plans, supporting additional duties as needed and maintaining accurate electronic records of pupil progress. Effective behavior management in the classroom is essential, guided by the academy’s behavior policies. While the primary responsibilities are outlined, it is acknowledged that additional tasks may arise that are not explicitly listed.
Job requirements
GCSE English and Maths (A*•C) or equivalent (level 2 Basic Skills Literacy /Numeracy) (Essential).
Numerate and literate to a high standard to support learning (Essential).Degree/NVQ 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent.Have experience of delivering pre-planned lessons to a class/group of children
Be committed to removing barriers to learning and supporting behaviour
Be organised and efficient with good time management
Be flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
Be able to work as part of a team
Why join us?
As a Classroom Manager within Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.About The Mead Educational TrustTMET is a growing family of 13 schools in Leicester and Leicestershire. We believe that together we make a positive difference – to the life chances of our children, to our communities and each other. Many organisations say that their staff are their greatest asset; at TMET we truly believe it.
Why Work for Us?
A happy and fulfilling workplace – 96% of Mead staff say this is a friendly place
Career development pathways – for staff at all layers and in all roles
Cross school networks to share and learn from each other
Discounts and savings from the UK’s major retailers
24/7 confidential helpline for mental, physical, financial or personal issues
24/7 GP telephone helpline
Health Cash Plan
Generous employer pension contribution for all staff
As a family of schools, we use our collective strength and talents in order to make a positive difference to our children, young people and communities. Every person who works for TMET has a role in helping our children succeed, from caretakers to teaching assistants to IT professionals.
At the heart of all we do is a commitment to provide our children with access to a world-class education, our schools with excellent school-to-school support, and our staff with high quality professional development. Our people really are our greatest asset and we are always looking for ways to help them develop and grow their careers. We have a brilliant team of staff who support and encourage each other, within and across our schools and central Trust.