Early Years & KS1 Classroom Teacher 1.0FTE

EYFS

Lead & Class Teacher

Main responsibilities:

Lead

and manage the EYFS team to deliver outstanding provision in line with the EYFS

Framework Develop

and implement the EYFS vision and improvement priorities across Nursery and

Reception Monitor

the quality of teaching and learning within the phase and provide constructive

feedback and support Ensure

statutory requirements and safeguarding procedures are fully met Lead

phase meetings and contribute to whole-school leadership and improvement

planning Support

recruitment, induction and professional development of EYFS staff To develop

and review regularly the vision, aims and purpose for the designated whole-school

subject area, with overarching responsibility for pupils’ achievement and

standards across year groups To be

a strong classroom teacher and to carry out the duties of a class teacher as

set out by the school To

contribute positively to the school community and its ethos To

build effective professional relationships with colleagues, parents, external

partners and the wider community

Roles

and responsibilities:

Model

excellent classroom practice and maintain high expectations for all pupils Plan

and deliver a broad, balanced and creative curriculum, including outdoor

learning Create

an enabling environment/provision that meets the needs of all learners both

inside and outside Use

assessment effectively to monitor progress and identify next steps for learning Promote

high standards of behaviour, wellbeing and inclusion Ensure

continuous provision supports high-quality child-led and adult-directed

learning Keep

up to date with developments in early years education and implement best

practice Promote

early language, communication, phonics and personal development across the

phase Ensure

effective support and provision for children with SEND and disadvantaged pupils To

understand how to assess pupils’ work in relevant subjects and curriculum areas

within the EYFS Framework To manage

behaviour effectively to ensure a safe and productive learning environment To

follow the school’s policies and procedures consistently To

work well with parents, staff and other stakeholders To

manage and use support staff and resources effectively within the classroom To

oversee and provide support for classroom displays To

meet deadlines in a timely manner To

lead whole-school assemblies each week, as required by the Head To be

on duty in the playground each week, as required To have

responsibility as a subject lead across all year groups

Other

responsibilities:

The

lists above should not be seen as exhaustive, and the post holder may be asked

to take on additional responsibilities related to the role of Class

Teacher/EY