KS2 Class Teacher ECT

KS2 Class Teacher
ECT / MPS – Inner London
Wandsworth
September start

The Governors of this popular, happy and successful Catholic school wish to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and highly motivated Class Teacher to join our excellent team. Applications welcome from newly qualified or lower main scale teachers.
We are looking for someone who:
•    Demonstrates excellent, creative and challenging teaching which results in outstanding achievement for every pupil
•    Is a successful, creative and enthusiastic classroom practitioner with high expectations of learning and behaviour
•    Shows willingness to participate fully in the life and Catholic ethos of the school
•    Has excellent communication skills and enjoys working as part of a team.

Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks    

Planning, Teaching and Class Management, To:

•    develop a classroom environment and teaching practice which secures effective learning across the breadth of the National Curriculum including Foundation Stage 
•    identify clear learning objectives, specify how these will be taught and assessed
•    set tasks which challenge pupils, and ensure high levels of interest and enjoyment, matching approach appropriately to content / learning needs
•    identify the needs of all pupils, including those with SEN / very able pupils, setting appropriate and demanding expectations for all, endeavouring to give every child the opportunity to reach their full potential
•    provide clear structures for lessons, maintaining pace, motivation and challenge;
•    make effective use of assessment, set clear targets, building on prior attainment and ensure coverage of programmes of study; 
•    ensure effective teaching and best use of available time; 
•    expect and ensure high standards of achievement and behaviour
•    encourage pupils to think and talk about their learning, develop self control and       independence, concentrate and persevere, and listen attentively
•    encourage pupils to develop mutual respect, self-control and positive collaboration with their peers and with all adults working with them in school
•    use effective questioning, listen carefully to pupils, give attention to errors and misconceptions

Qualifications:

•    Qualified Teacher Status
•    Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies (CCRS)

Relevant Experience and knowledge:
•    Successful teaching experience in a primary school
•    Excellent understanding of effective primary pedagogy
•    Effective strategies to include and meet the needs of all pupils including those with EAL and SEN.
•    Successful experience of positive behaviour management

Skills and abilities:
•    Provide evidence of a good knowledge and understanding of the KS1 curriculum and curriculum assessment.
•    Knowledge of child development as it applies to KS1 and beyond
•    Plan, organise and resource a stimulating learning environment.
•    Work collaboratively and effectively with a team.

We can offer:
•     An opportunity to teach in an Outstanding school where every member of the school community is valued
•     Pupils who are well behaved, cheerful and who have an excellent attitude to learning
•     Friendly, talented, hardworking and dedicated staff who all go the extra mile
•     A well-resourced school
•     Commitment to your professional development
•     An exciting and enriching curriculum

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. 
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.
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