Primary Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• You have experience of working in at least one Key Stage

• You have experience of planning and delivering engaging and challenging lessons

• You have experience of working successfully with pupils with Special Educational Needs

• You are a reflective practitioner who sets high expectations of yourself and others

• You have experience of working successfully with teaching assistants and/or other support staff

• You are a responsible person

• You have a sound knowledge of the National Curriculum or Development Matters documentation

• You have an understanding of curriculum and pedagogical issues relating to learning and teaching

• You are knowledgeable of effective strategies to include, and meet the needs of all pupils, in particular underachieving groups of pupils, pupils with EAL and SEN

• You have sound ICT knowledge and skills relating to class teaching, able to demonstrate effective use of ICT to enhance teaching and learning

• You are able to use assessments of pupils’ learning to inform future planning

• You have an ability to plan and work collaboratively with colleagues

• You have experience of using positive behaviour management strategies to reinforce good learning behaviours

• You love working with children

• Your personal values mirror those of the Trinity Ethos Statement

• You have a belief in restorative justice

• You demonstrate a passion for closing the gap for children from disadvantaged backgrounds

• You have an excellent inter-personal skills

• You are constantly striving to be the best practitioner they can be

• You are able to work as part of a supportive team

• You have a (good) sense of humour

• You are an approachable person

• You are able to manage own workload effectively

• You are self-aware and know when to seek support and advice

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Evidence of securing good or outstanding progress for whole cohorts, individuals, or groups
• Evidence of successfully leading a subject which involved whole school responsibilities
• Familiarity with KS1 and 2 Standardised Attainment Tests or the EYFS profile
• Skills in the creative areas
• Any area of interest or expertise which can make a positive impact on children’s learning
• Ability to motivate colleagues by example
• Can demonstrate commitment to the wider life of the school