Secondary Teacher - Key stage 3-5

Our school is highly inclusive, and we are proud to have high expectations of our young people who all have Education, Health, Care plans and need additional support to progress after unfortunate starts to their education. We are an inclusive and friendly school which has a strong belief in the support of pupils who in the greatest need at the heart of our community. We are an Academy School, part of the Central Learning Partnership Trust (CLPT) and work collaboratively across the Trust to ensure we are a best-practice school and maintain our very high standards. We strive to ensure our children receive an education which inspires and promotes positive learning and ensure that rigorous CPD supports all staff in becoming the best they can be. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: Qualifications and Training Educated to A level or above, including a minimum of GCSE (or equivalent) grade C in math’s and English. A 2:1 degree in any discipline. Qualified Teacher Status Experience At least one year in a teaching environment. Successfully leading and managing a class of pupils. Teaching unsupervised. Planning and preparing lessons. Setting appropriate learning objectives. Adapting learning plans for individual pupils. Monitoring and recording pupils’ academic development. Marking work against the national curriculum. Producing pupils’ academic reports. Knowledge and Skills An in-depth knowledge and understanding of the national curriculum. An ability to differentiate the curriculum to meet the needs of all achievers. Experience in the use of ICT across the curriculum. An ability to work creatively and sensitively with children. An understanding of the different approaches and methods of teaching. An understanding of the use of formative, summative and observational assessment to evaluate learning. The ability to set appropriate and relevant learning objectives. The ability to assess and report the development, progress and attainment of pupils. An understanding of school quality procedures. A wide knowledge of educational terminology. The ability to build and develop appropriate relationships between the school and parents, as well as between other staff members. Personal Qualities Excellent verbal and written communication skills. A high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent time management and organizational skills. High expectations of self and professional standards. The ability to think strategically and respond to a variety of problems. The ability to use initiative and be proactive in any situation. The ability to work as a part of a team and independently. The ability to maintain successful working relationships with other colleagues Flexibility, reliability, enthusiasm and patience. Capability to handle a demanding workload Ability to plan and take control of situations. In return we can offer: Strong s