SELF-EMPLOYED INSTRUCTOR AND MENTOR (BLACKSMITH) in Stroud

As an instructor, duties will include planning, preparing, and delivering lessons, assessing student progress, and creating a safe and engaging environment. Instructors must work with students of varying abilities and needs, communicate with parents and colleagues. You will be required to have a DBS clearance made which we will do for you if you are a successful applicant. We are seeking candidates that have a passion for their chosen skills and you do not have to be from a teaching background. Self-employed applications only.

Location: Stroud

Hours: 09.00 – 15.00 Monday to Friday

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: £ per day self-employed

Permanent Job

• Lesson planning and preparation:

• Develop and organise engaging lesson plans and learning activities based on curriculum guidelines.
• Utilise a variety of teaching methods and materials, including visual, audio, and hands-on tools, to suit different learning styles.
• Create and organise learning resources, such as handouts, assignments, and displays.

• Instruction and classroom management:

• Deliver lessons to the entire class, small groups, or individual students.
• Establish and enforce clear classroom rules and expectations to maintain discipline and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Encourage student participation and foster critical thinking skills.
• Adapt teaching strategies and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students, including those with special needs or high abilities.

• Assessment and reporting:

• Assess, monitor, and record students' progress, attainment, and behaviour.
• Provide regular and constructive feedback to students, both orally and through marking their work.
• Prepare and present reports to parents and administration on student performance.

• Professional collaboration:

• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding students' achievements, progress, and well-being.
• Collaborate with other teachers, teaching assistants, school governors, and support staff to coordinate curriculum and address student needs.
• Engage in continuous professional development and attend staff meetings and training sessions.

• Pastoral and safeguarding duties:

• Act as a mentor and provide guidance and support on academic, social, and emotional issues.
• Promote the health, welfare, and safety of students in line with safeguarding procedures.
• Report any concerns regarding student well-being, neglect, or abuse.

• Essential skills and qualifications:

• Qualifications: Some positions require a relevant degree and a teaching qualification, such as Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Due to the nature of the types of activities we deliver, relevant experience and qualifications within those areas are required.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Interpersonal skills: Patience, empathy, and the ability to build a good rapport with students are crucial for a supportive classroom.
• Organisation and time management: Teachers must be highly organised to manage lesson planning, marking, and administrative tasks.
• Adaptability: A flexible and creative mindset is needed to adapt to different teaching methods and student needs.
• Subject knowledge: A thorough and up-to-date knowledge of the subject or curriculum being taught is required.