Class Teacher
Abbey Hulton Primary School
Job Purpose:
In addition to carrying out the duties of a teacher as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document: Conditions of employment of Teachers other than Head Teachers.
Assessment, Planning and Teaching
To ensure that allocated pupils achieve progression in their learning by:
* Assessing how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to plan future learning opportunities.
* Marking and monitoring pupils' work in line with school policy and set clear targets for progress, building on prior attainment.
* Keeping records to check work is understood and completed, monitor strengths and weaknesses, inform planning and recognise the level at which the pupil is achieving.
* Identifying clear learning objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed.
* Setting tasks which engage and challenge pupils and provide opportunities for independence in learning and promote life-long learning skills.
* Setting appropriate and demanding expectations of all pupils.
* Identifying and making provision for vulnerable learners, pupils with SEND and able pupils.
* Providing clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge.
* Constantly monitoring and intervening to ensure sound learning and discipline.
* Using a variety of teaching methods appropriate to children’s learning needs.
* Questioning and listening carefully to pupils, giving attention to errors and misconceptions.
* Providing appropriate learning resources and opportunities to develop study skills through ICT and other sources.
* Ensuring pupils acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taught.
* Evaluate their own teaching critically to improve effectiveness.
Recording and Reporting
To further support the progress of pupils by:
* Engaging fully in Pupil Progress Meetings.
* Recording pupils' progress systematically and providing updated data to SLT.
* Providing feedback for parents/carers about their child’s progress including leading parent consultation meetings and contributing to the preparation of informative reports to parents.
* Ensuring effective transition arrangements.
Duties and Responsibilities
Professional Responsibilities and Contribution to the School:
* To contribute to the effectiveness of the whole school by:
* Having a good working knowledge of teachers' professional duties and legal liabilities.
* Operating at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school.
* Establishing effective working relationships with all members of the school community.
* Setting a good example for all pupils through their presentation and personal and professional conduct.
* Endeavouring to give every child the opportunity to reach their potential and meet high expectations.
* Leading two curriculum subjects or aspects of teaching and learning.
* Contributing to the corporate life of the school through effective participation in meetings and management systems necessary to coordinate the management of the school.
* Leading extra-curricular activity.
* Taking responsibility for their own professional development and duties in relation to school policies and practices.
* Liaise effectively with parents and governors.
* Undertaking any additional responsibilities which might from time to time be required.
* Participating in/contributing to wider school events, activities and visits.
Application and Selection Process
The job information pack and application form can be downloaded from www.abbeyhultonprimary.org.uk or can be requested from admin@abbeyhulton.orchardct.org.uk.
References
We request references for all candidates who are invited to an interview. Requests will be made at the time candidates are invited to the interview. Your first referee should be your current or last employer.
Offer of Employment
We will make a verbal offer of employment by telephone on the day of the interview and this will be confirmed in writing. Any offer is made subject to:
* Satisfactory references
* Suitable DBS check
* Proof of identity and qualifications
Closing Date: Monday 28th April 2025
Interview Date: Friday 2nd May 2025
Start Date: Monday 1st September 2025
Please return your completed application form via email to admin@abbeyhulton.orchardct.org.uk or posted to:
Abbey Hulton Primary School
School Road
Abbey Hulton
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST2 8BS
Orchard Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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