Job Description

Please see link to Walnut Tree School website for all information and application process. https://walnuttreeschool.co.uk/jobs-at-walnut-tree-school/#careers

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching

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 Liaise regularly with parents/carers to share information and maintain positive home/school relationships
Whole-school organisation, strategy and development

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
Health, safety and discipline

Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils Maintain good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment Follow school policies and procedures, to ensure the smooth running of the class/school environment
Professional development

Take part in the school's appraisal procedures Take part in further training and development in order to improve own teaching Take part in the appraisal and professional development of others, where appropriate
Communication

Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and carers Communicate effectively with external stakeholders
Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals

Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues
Personal and professional conduct

Uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality Understand and act within the statutory frameworks setting out their professional duties and responsibilities
Management of staff and resources

Direct and supervise support staff assigned to them, and where appropriate, other teachers Contribute to the recruitment and professional development of other teachers and support staff Deploy resources delegated to them
Safeguarding

Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies Work with the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) to promote the best interests of pupils, including sharing concerns where necessary
Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school

Other areas of responsibility

Other areas of responsibility will be discussed at interview.

Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the teacher will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the headteacher or line manager.

Person specification

criteria

qualities

Qualifications
and experience

Qualified teacher status (desirable) Degree Successful teaching experience in a Specialist SEND setting (Essential)
Skills and knowledge

Knowledge of the National Curriculum Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies Knowledge of strategies to engage SEND learners A good understanding of how children learn Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils' needs Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning
Personal qualities

A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school High expectations for children's attainment and progress Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively Ability and willingness to be part of a team Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times Commitment to safeguarding and equality
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,650.00-49,084.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person