What skills and experience we're looking for
JOB PURPOSE:
Teach across the age and ability range, in line with the National Curriculum programmes of study, in such a way as to challenge and inspire students of all abilities
1. Plan, prepare and teach lessons to students according to the students’ educational needs with reference to prior attainment, SEN and English as an additional language as required
2. Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of students in line with academy policies
3. Contribute to the planning and implementation of the curriculum in accordance with National Curriculum, academy and subject guidelines
4. Liaise with colleagues to ensure a coherent programme of study for the students
5. Set high expectations for students’ behaviour establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships
6. Be familiar with, support and reinforce the aims, ethos, policies and procedures of the academy and curriculum area with students, staff and parents where appropriate
7. Promote enrichment and extension activities related to the subject
8. Be responsible for an aspect of the Curriculum
What the school offers its staff
We recognise that teaching can be a challenging but rewarding profession at times. To support all our staff, we are always looking for ways to drive down unnecessary work load and consider work life balance. In recent years, we have refined our systems for marking, data entry, and reporting to ensure that teachers are spending time on high impact strategies that matter. We have also written an ‘Email Etiquette’ policy, introduced a Golden Ticket Scheme and Length of Service awards. Staff Development
Staff continued professional development is a key driver for us at The Sutton Academy. We strongly believe that a highly skilled workforce supports improved student outcomes.
Commitment to safeguarding
This post is subject to satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. The Sutton Academy is committed to equal opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.