De Lacy Academy Β· Knottingley, Yorkshire and the Humber
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential A good degree in an appropriate discipline related to Maths (A/C)
β’ A teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (A/C) A strong and secure subject knowledge in Maths up to GCSE (A/I) Recent and relevant teaching experience (A/I/R)
β’ Experience of assessment at key stage 3 and 4 (A/I/R) Awareness of the strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students
(A/I) A good understanding of curriculum developments in Maths (A/I)
β’ Able to use a range of teaching and learning strategies (A/I) An understanding of how assessment for learning can improve student performance (A/I) Confidence in the use of standard computer packages and how these can be used to enhance
student learning (A/I) Able to use student level data to raise standards (A/I)
β’ Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team (A/I) Enthusiasm for your subject area (A/I)
β’ Creative in problem solving together with willingness to take on and try new approaches and ideas
(A/I) Ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and to recognise potential
safeguarding issues (A/I/R) Able to communicate both orally and in writing to students and their parents (A/I/R)
Desirable
β’ Strong ICT skills including SMART board or Promethean (A/I/R)
Key: C β Certificate; A β Application Form; I β Interview; R - Reference
Behaviours:
β’ Polite
β’ Punctual
β’ Reliable
β’ Flexible
β’ Passion for learning
β’ Clear communicator
β’ Takes initiative
β’ Self-motivated
β’ Resilient
β’ Determined to succeed
β’ Team player
β’ Emotionally intelligen
Able to communicate high expectations to all students (A/I/R)
β’ Willingness to share good practice across the department and beyond (A/I/R