Join a nurturing environment where every moment matters
Job Title:
Class Teacher KS2
Location:
Clifton Lodge School
Salary:
Salary is dependent on experience
Hours:
37.5 hours per week
Contract:
Permanent
Clifton Lodge, is a small prep school based in Ealing, caring for children aged 3 to 11 years old. we use the word small on purpose - we see 'small' as our biggest advantage; our size allows us to provide an environment which makes our children feel safe, secure, comfortable and at home. We see that, together with our Christian ethos as being instrumental to laying great foundations for personal wellbeing, the ability to thrive, which in turn leads to achievement.
Role Purpose
To fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher and to meet the expectations set out in the teaching standards. To demonstrate great care for each child's well-being and learning progression. To ensure the effective teaching of all pupils, helping them to develop both inside and outside the classroom. Support the policies and aims of the school and ensure the good social, emotional and physical development of every child. To teach all subjects as required in either KS1 or KS2
Key Accountabilities
Standards and Quality Assurance
Support the aims & ethos of the school
Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality & attendance
To participate in meetings at the School which relate to the curriculum and organisation of the school and the pastoral care of the pupils
To attend INSET days and staff meetings, parents' evenings and Open Days
To supervise daily, lunch sessions and other break duties as timetabled
To take part in the wider life of the school, e.g. concerts, after school clubs, outings
To participate in arrangements made for Performance Management
Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school's policies, practices and procedures, so as to support the school's vision and values
Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
Work with others on curriculum and pupil development to secure co-ordinated outcomes
Provide cover, in the unforeseen circumstance that another teacher is unable to teach
Add any other duties reasonably instructed by the Head
Teaching and Learning
Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the school's plans, curriculum and schemes of work
Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment
Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for external tests
To carry out any additional responsibility negotiated with the Head, including, but not limited to, extra-curricular activities
Essential Skills & Qualifications
Ability to work in a team, form positive relationships with students, colleagues and members of the community
Good organisational skills
Good communication and listening skills Evidence of good classroom practice and excellent teaching, understanding how children learn and able to adapt teaching to meet need
Evidence of successful teaching to a range of abilities Ability to meet deadlines and show good attention to detail
Ability to undertake tasks related to monitoring and evaluation
Commitment and ability to work with colleagues to improve classroom effectiveness and raise achievement Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
Graduate with teaching qualification (PGCE / QTS)
Knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum
Ability to teach KS2
Safeguarding Commitment
Clifton Lodge School and Blenheim Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff must follow safeguarding policies and complete relevant training. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and social media checks.
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
