Class Teacher, Full Time (One Year Maternity Cover)

All Saints CE Primary School

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job

Title: Class Teacher Y1 – Y5

Responsible

to: Phase Leader, Deputy Headteacher and

Headteacher

Aims of the Post:

To provide the highest quality

of education, care and preparation for life for all pupils in accordance with

the Teacher Standards.

Roles and

Responsibilities

Teaching

and Learning

Mange pupil learning through effective teaching and with high

expectations of all pupils in accordance with our curriculum map, schemes of

work and policies. Teach a broad curriculum to the assigned class, classes, or groups of

pupils to facilitate the acquisition of knowledge/skills and to promote

enjoyment in learning. Ensure continuity, progression, and cohesiveness in all teaching. Use a variety of methods and approaches (including adaptive teaching)

to match curricular objectives in subject areas and pupil needs and ensure

equal opportunity and accessibility for all pupils. Support individual learning by planning work with appropriate

challenge and monitoring and reviewing pupil outcomes regularly. Be responsible for a designated classroom/teaching area and supervise

associated resources. Use initiative in caring for and utilising the school’s learning

environments. Direct the use of any support staff (to include prior discussion and

joint planning) in order to benefit from their specialist knowledge and to

maximise their effectiveness within lessons. This does not imply any line

manager responsibilities but facilitates the best deployment of human

resources. Use a variety of teaching methods which incorporates effective

questioning and response, whole class, small group, and individual teaching. Plan and provide structured learning opportunities, which engage

pupils’ interest, and which take account their needs – particularly their

developing physical, intellectual, emotional, and social abilities. Use the allocated PPA time to plan effective lessons which have clear

lessons content and appropriately structured subject matter that matches the

needs of the pupils. Lesson time and resources should be used effectively. Have high expectations of the pupils’ behaviour, academic and social

abilities, and set clear targets that are both realistic, measurable and which

build upon prior knowledge or attainment. Establish and maintain a high standard of discipline by the use of

praise, rewards, and sanctions, and thereby create an environment in which

pupils feel safe, secure, and confident. Employ homework regularly (in accordance with the School Homework

Procedures) to consolidate and extend learning and encourage pupils to take

responsibility for their own learning. Provide a challenging, yet supportive learning environment which

stimulates, maintains, and develops lively enquiring minds. Employ clear presentation and good use of resources. Contribute to the identification of pupils with special education