Teacher - Primary (2 posts) in Newtownabbey

Overview

The following details outline essential and desirable criteria, assessment methods, and related job information for the Teacher – Primary role. This content includes applicant guidance, disclosure information, and the standard duties and conditions associated with the post.

Important Applicant Notes

• You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant.
• You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise.
• The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
• Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form.
• Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.
• In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.

Section 1 – Essential Criteria

The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

• Factor
• Essential Criteria
• Method of Assessment
• Qualifications/ Professional Membership
• Qualifications must be obtained by the closing date for completed applications
• Hold a teaching qualification which meets the requirements for recognition to teach in grant-aided schools in Northern Ireland
• Shortlisting by Application Form
• Experience
• Minimum of 4 months’ paid experience teaching Primary aged children to achieve positive learning outcomes
• Demonstrable experience of using a range of effective classroom strategies to provide support and challenge children and young people of all abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs
• Demonstrable experience of using digital media/technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Shortlisting by Application Form
• Other
• Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post
• Pre-Employment Check

Section 2 – Essential Criteria

The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.

• Factor
• Essential Criteria
• Method of Assessment
• Knowledge
• Knowledge of Northern Ireland Curriculum
• Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection policy/practice
• Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
• Knowledge of a range of teaching strategies to meet the learning needs of pupils
• Knowledge of Information Technology systems such as digital classroom tools/media and the use of tablets/mobile technologies
• Knowledge of current assessment methods to inform teaching
• Interview
• Skills / Abilities
• Effective teaching and classroom management skills to inspire and challenge pupils to raise achievement
• Proven ability to provide a supportive, inclusive learning environment
• Ability to use initiative, solve problems and be flexible
• Ability to work collaboratively to promote positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider community
• Ability to work as an effective member of a team, and to motivate self and others
• Interview
• Values Orientation / Identification with School Ethos
• Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the School’s Values/ethos. You will find information about our Values/ethos on the school\’s website.
• Interview

Section 3 – Desirable Criteria

Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

• Factor
• Desirable Criteria
• Method of Assessment
• Qualifications And Experience
• Demonstrable experience of monitoring pupil progress, performance, target setting and intervention
• Demonstrable experience of assisting with and/or co-ordinating an area of the curriculum in particular ICT, WAU or The Arts
• Demonstrable experience of assisting with the delivery of Music or sport in a school environment and hold a relevant qualification to assist with the delivery of Music or sport in a school environment
• Demonstrable experience of teaching pupils using a Nurture approach – please state nurture training dates
• Demonstrable experience of teaching children by implementing Calm Plan – please state Calm Plan training dates
• Shortlisting by Application Form

Other Mandatory Information

• Disclosure of Criminal Background
• The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’.
• In the event that you are recommended for appointment to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background.
• Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.
• Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.

Applicant Guidance

• To view the applicant guidance notes, please click here.
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• The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Job Description

• JOB TITLE: Teacher – Primary
• REPORTS TO: Principal

Professional Duties

• TEACHERS’ (TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT) REGULATIONS (NORTHERN IRELAND) 1987
• Schedule 3
• Regulation 5
• Exercise of general professional duties: A teacher shall carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require, including but not limited to the following: planning, teaching, assessing, reporting, and related responsibilities as directed by the principal and employing authority.
• Planning and preparing courses and lessons; teaching the pupils assigned; setting and marking work; assessing, recording and reporting on development and attainment.
• Maintaining good order and discipline; providing guidance to pupils; communicating with parents; co-operating with external bodies as approved.
• Assessment/Reporting; Staff Development/Professional Development; Discipline/Health and Safety; Public Examinations; Management and administration tasks as required.
• Number of days/hours of work and related provisions; attendance and supervision requirements as applicable.
• This job description may be revised in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid. Other duties of a similar nature may be assigned from time to time.
• In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.