Primary Teacher (Maternity Cover) SGB

Job Description

Purpose of Role

To be a dynamic and enthusiastic primary teacher and be able to contribute to the development of schemes of work in the correspondant areas within our Primary Department. Effective planning and the delivery of stimulating and engaging lessons is paramount in order to clearly establish high standards for progress, encourage, and support pupils towards achieving their own individual goals.  You should be a strong team player with a practical and flexible approach to problem solving and show a keenness to play a central role in the continuing development and improvement of our primary school.

Teaching Responsibilities

Effective planning, teaching and classroom management, to teach within the Primary department by planning your teaching to achieve effective progression of learning through:

• Identifying clear teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed;

• Setting engaging tasks which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest

• Establishing high expectations of all pupils;

• Providing regular verbal and written feedback and setting clear targets, building on prior attainment and encouraging reflection to improve learning;

• Identifying SEN pupils (including high achievers) and ensuring their needs are met and that learning tasks are differentiated accordingly;

• Providing clear structures for lessons by setting clear objectives and maintaining pace, motivation and challenge;

• Making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of topics, yearly objectives and exam syllabi;

• Ensuring teaching strategies are used to maximise the quality and quantity of learning which takes place in the classroom;

• Monitoring and intervening to ensure effective learning and high standards of behaviour;

• Ensuring pupils acquire new learning and are also given ample opportunities to consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taught;

• Evaluating your own teaching critically to improve effectiveness and encourage pupils to reflect and feedback on their learning experience in each subject.

Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting 

• Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching;

• Regularly review and correct pupils' work and set targets for progress;

• Assess and record pupils' progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed in order to  monitor individual progress and inform future planning

• Develop and apply clear criteria to when awarding grades and attainment levels to pupils

• Carefully prepare and record data to be included in pupil progress reports and to present to parents when required at formal parent consultations and in any other meetings arranged to address academic issues

   Pastoral Care and Safeguarding

• Effectively attend to the pastoral needs of their allocated class group

• Be the first point of contact for parents, managing any concerns or issues raised in a timely manner

• Monitor the welfare and general well-being of each member of the class

• Carry out termly reviews and set targets to improve progress

• Address any pupil concerns raised by other teachers 

• Promote the school values and encourage and ensure compliance to school rules

• Accurately record attendance and punctuality data and report any concerns to the Key Stage Leader/Head of Primary

• Prepare and deliver the PSHE curriculum as directed 

• Plan and participate in class assemblies during the school year

• Immediately report any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead or a member of the safegue¡arding team via the school Myconcern platform

Operational Responsibilities

• Adhere to and promote all school  and company policies and procedures, e.g. Behaviour for Learning, Anti-bullying, Health & Safety, Safeguarding, code of conduct etc.

• Adhere to the ISP Confidentiality Policy and the Data Protection Policy and familiarise yourself  with the content to avoid any breaches of these policies.

• Work with fellow members of staff by sharing ideas on good practice. 

• Keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and methodology

• Share playground and lunchtime duties and responsibilities with other members of the team

• Participate in continued professional development

• Be an active member of the school community to support its vision, school values and its dedication to Constantly “getting better” and promoting amazing learning opportunities

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (PGCE or BEd or equivalent)
• Experience teaching in Primary stage
• Degree level education or an equivalent professional qualification
• Fluent in English

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.