Westgate Academy Β· Lincoln, East Midlands
e are looking for a passionate practitioner with a commitment to excellence, strong classroom management skills, and the ability to adapt teaching & to meet the needs of all learners. An experienced teacher you will be passionate about sharing your expertise with your year group team, as part of the Trust you will benefit from ongoing professional development, collaborative planning, and a leadership team dedicated to your growth. If you are motivated to make a real difference and contribute to a vibrant school community, we would be delighted to hear from you. About the Role Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that inspire and challenge all pupils Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where every child feels valued and supported Assess, monitor and track pupil progress, using data to inform teaching and next steps Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND and higher attainment Establish strong behaviour management strategies that promote respect and a love of learning Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan, share best practice and contribute to the wider school community Communicate effectively with parents and carers to support pupilsβ learning and wellbeing Contribute to the wider life of the academy, including enrichment activities, trips and events Engage in continuous professional development and reflect on practice to improve outcomes for pupils Year Group Lead TLR Staff To model excellent practice in teaching and learning across your phase of school To oversee the planning, preparation and assessment of teaching and learning To plan and co-ordinate key events across the year groups To support members of staff across all aspects of teaching and learning To respond to staffing matters across your phase Pupils To respond to concerns raised by parents/carers To respond to behaviour issues and communicate with parents/carers To manage effective transition between year groups. To plan, monitor and evaluate interventions for SEN and PPG across the year group. Monitoring To participate in the schoolβs quality assurance and monitoring cycle To attend SLT meetings when appropriate and bring essential information ready to contribute To monitor the impact of interventions To take part in Learning Walks, lesson observations and book scrutiny, providing feedback and challenge Outcomes To ensure accurate moderation of judgements within year group and work with other year groups to cross moderate To analysis termly assessment data (unit analysis) and identify strengths/areas for development To remain aware/up to date regarding key local and national developments across your phase Other To plan and deliver parental workshops and parent information evenings where necessary To effectively manage individual year group enrichment budgets Our school is committed to inclusion and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people