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Quality first teaching of a curriculum to KS3 students at our independent school
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Subject lesson planning
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Delivery of lessons on a 121 or small group basis
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Working in both on-site and offsite venues
Core
ยท Uphold the vision and values of Belong Learning
ยท Adhere to all school policies and procedures
ยท Be a part of the collegiate responsibility of the school
ยท Be a positive role model adult
ยท Build positive trusted and safe relationships with students and colleagues
ยท Hold high aspirations and expectations for every child
ยท Work positively and proactively alongside colleagues and other professionals
Teaching and Learning
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Consistently meet the Teachers’ Standards for all aspects of teaching and learning
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Bespoke curriculum planning – using prior and current knowledge and understanding
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Support the department to review and update SOW in line with National Curriculum and needs of the child
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Inclusive teaching
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Delivery of the curriculum – motivational, aspirational and quality first teaching
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Baseline assessment where needed
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Marking & feedback (as per school policy)
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Monitoring attainment, progression and outcomes of all children in the subject
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Design and implementation of ‘catch up’ programmes
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Planning learning outside the classroom experiences to consolidate and extend
Children
- Work one-to -one and in small groups with students to engage them in learning, through
activities and lessons in school and/ or off-site venues/ the home address
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Support delivery of a bespoke curriculum linked to individual needs identified on EHCPs
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Act as keyworker for allocated students, advocating for them and embedding positive
relationships with other agencies involved
- Understand the importance of good attendance and work tirelessly to help pupils achieve it,
following the school’s Attendance Policy
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Support compliance with the Home-School agreement
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Ensure accurate recording on school management information systems
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Allocate reward points and behaviour points consistently and fairly
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Ensure pupils understand the importance of punctuality
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Support pupils with transition to other settings, including Post-16 options
Community
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Liaise with and record all communication with parents and other agencies
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Communicate with internal contacts and external agencies consistently and appropriately
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Regular progress reports to parents and carers
Environment
ยท Be part of a safe, stimulating, and consistent environment for learning
ยท Role model the care and upkeep of all facilities
ยท Role model sustainability awareness and ethical thinking
ยท Follow Belong School policy and guidelines on food and drink consumed during school hours
ยท Develop and maintain purposeful & inspirational learning displays.
Safeguarding
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Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (including Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies
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Use CPOMS accurately, effectively and consistently
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Promote the safeguarding of all students in the school
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Liaise with Safeguarding Leads in line with policy
Health and Safety
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Contribute to Risk Assessments for students, activities and venues, with responsibility for allocated students/ groups
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Vigilance and awareness of the environment and needs of students at all times
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Engage with the health and safety requirements of a school environment, including reporting of all identified risks
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Sign in and out of sites as required
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Comply with accident reporting and RIDDOR
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Comply with tracking requirements whilst working in off-site venues
Training and Development
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Complete all Statutory and company training when required
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Value personal professional development
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Engage positively in induction, probation, and performance management processes
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Engage with CPD professionally and proactively
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Complete all required and requested tasks in a timely manner and / or by specific deadlines
Additional duties
Any other reasonable duties as requested that are not specified in this job description
This is not an exhaustive job description and does not intend to specify the proportion of time spent on any of the duties outlined herein. This job description will form the basis for the assessment of the performance within the context of Performance Management
ยท QTS (primary or secondary)
ยท Relevant degree
Desirable:
ยท Safeguarding
ยท TeamTeach
ยท First Aid
Experience
Essential:
ยท Successful subject teaching
Desirable:
ยท Successful SEN teaching
ยท Experience in an SEMH environment
Skills and knowledge
Essential:
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Passion for teaching and adapting teaching approach to cater to a wide range of students
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Ability to plan for progression across the attainment range, designing effective
learning across a series of lessons
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Knowledge and understanding of National Curriculum
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills
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Ability to build effective working relationships
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Good record-keeping skills
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Ability to multitask and work effectively in a changing environment
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Strong planning, organisational and communication skills
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A ‘can-do’ approach and ability to problem solve
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Flexible approach to undertaking tasks
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High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Desirable:
ยท Extensive skills in phonics and Mathematics and/ or English
ยท Behaviour management skills
ยท Safeguarding, particularly in a SEN environment
ยท Enhanced DBS
ยท Health and Safety
Personal qualities:
ยท Resilient and commitment to supporting children
ยท Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
ยท Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
ยท Commitment to safeguarding and equality
ยท Reliable, flexible, imaginative
ยท Able to quickly form strong relationships with staff and young people
ยท Honest, trustworthy
ยท Ability to work independently and as part of a team
ยท Commitment to promoting the ethos and values of the school
ยท Resilient, positive, forward looking and enthusiastic about making a difference to children and young people
ยท Adaptable and able to problem solve effectively
Belong Learning
3 Royal Crescent
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL503DA
Tel: 03003035755
Contact Detail:
Belong Limited Recruiting Team
+443003035755