Teacher of History part time temporary (0.6) in Grimsby

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Set high expectationswhich inspire, motivate and challenge pupils when teaching

• establisha safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
• setgoals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities anddispositions
• demonstrateconsistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which areexpected of pupils
• Ifasked to be a tutor, register students, accompany them to assemblies andeucharist and lead form prayers

Promote good progress and outcomes by pupilsin History

• beaccountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes
• beaware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teachingto build on these
• guidepupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
• demonstrateknowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts onteaching
• encouragepupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own workand study.

Demonstrate good subjectand curriculum knowledge of History

• havea secure knowledge of History curriculum areas, foster and maintainpupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings
• demonstratea critical understanding of developments in the History curriculum

• demonstratean understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standardsof literacy, articulacy and the correct use of standard English

Plan and teachwell-structured lessons

• impartknowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time
• promotea love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity
• sethomework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extendthe knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired
• reflectsystematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching
• contributeto the design and provision of an engaging curriculum

Adapt teaching to respondto the strengths and needs of all pupils

• havea secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ability to learn, and how best to overcome these
• demonstratean awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development ofchildren, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education atdifferent stages of development
• havea clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those withspecial educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as anadditional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use andevaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them

Make accurate andproductive use of assessment

• knowand understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas,including statutory assessment requirements particularly OCR B GCSE boardrequirements.
• makeuse of regular formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress
• userelevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequentlessons
• givepupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, andencourage pupils to respond to the feedback.

Manage behavioureffectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment

• haveclear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and takeresponsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both inclassrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’sbehaviour policy
• havehigh expectations of behaviour, and apply the school’s systems ofsanctions and rewards
• manageclasses effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’needs in order to involve and motivate them
• maintaingood relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and actdecisively when necessary.

Fulfil wider professionalresponsibilities

As a member of the St Hilda’s family, you will be expected to

• support our 5 valuesof Wisdom, Hope, Community, Dignity and Equality
• be sympathetic to theteachings of the Church of England
• operateat all times within the stated policies and practices of the school
• establisheffective working relationships and set a good example through theirpresentation and personal and professional conduct
• participate professionallyin the school’s performancemanagement systems
• take responsibilityfor personalprofessional development
• take partin professional development activitiesand insetorganised by the school
• co-operatewith other staff to ensure a sharing and effective usage of resources tothe benefit of the school, department and students
• contributeto the corporate life of the school through effective participation inmeetings
• takepart in marketing and liaison activities such as parent’s evenings, reviewdays and other appropriate school events
• be aform tutor and deliver high-quality PSHE and Careers Guidance
• recognise health andsafety is a responsibility of every employee, to take reasonable care ofself and others and to comply with the school’s Health and Safety policy

• promote thewelfare of children and to support the school in safeguarding children though relevant policies and procedures. Establish apurposeful and safe learning environment which complies with current legal requirements,national policies and guidance on the safeguarding and well-being of children and young peopleso that learners feel secure and sufficiently confident to make an activecontribution to learning and to support the school’s Health, Safety and Welfare policy and be aware of the responsibility for Personal Health, Safety and Welfare and that of others reporting any hazards

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