Class Teacher

This position is open to ECTs and experienced teachers The Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly-motivated teacher to join our 2 form entry school as graded ‘outstanding’ behaviour in our last Ofsted. The school enjoys an excellent reputation and parents are very positive about the education of their children and highly supportive of the school. To join us on our learning journey you must be able to demonstrate: Love of learning and dedication to own professional development Be a practising Catholic or be able to support and contribute to the strong Catholic ethos of the school Have a high expectations of pupils and be an excellent classroom practitioner. Have good organisational skills and be able to communicate effectively with children, parents and staff Enthusiasm for collaborative team-work and sharing best practice with others We can offer you: Confident, courteous and highly-motivated pupils with outstanding behaviour Professional, dedicated staff and good support Aspirational leadership enabling professional development Dedicated and highly supportive parents and governing body A varied, rich curriculum with emphasis on creativity Excellent outdoor space and facilities Reports to: Headteacher & D KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Reports to: Headteacher & Deputy Headteacher It is the duty of any teacher employed by St. George's School to support the School’s Mission Statement and aims. We endeavour to promote the Catholic faith and the gospel values Christ gives us by: our care, respect and affirmation of each other regardless of ability, age, race or role; presenting all with the vision or call of Christ and offering high standards to our pupils. Have knowledge and understanding of: Have a detailed knowledge of the relevant aspects of the National Curriculum and other statutory requirements. Understand progression in their Key Stage including before and after the age range. Cope securely with subject-relation questions which pupils raise and know about pupils’ common misconceptions and mistakes. Planning and setting expectations: Identify clear teaching objectives, content, lesson structures and sequences appropriate to the subject matter and the pupils being taught. Set appropriate and demanding expectations for pupils’ learning and motivation. Set clear targets for pupils’ learning, building on prior attainment. Identify pupils who have special educational needs, and know where to get help in order to give positive and targeted support. Implement and keep records on SEN Support Plans Teaching and managing pupil learning: Ensure effective teaching of whole classes, groups and individuals so that teaching objectives are met, momentum and challenge are maintained, and best use is made of teaching time. Use teaching methods which keep pupils engaged, including stimulating pupils’ intellectual curiosity, effective questioning and response, clear p