Job Description

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Temporary Early Years Teacher

This opportunity would suit a resourceful and highly-approachable candidate, who is an excellent classroom practitioner, ensures high academic standards and engenders a love of learning, enquiry and curiosity. A warm manner, initiative and excellent organisation and communication skills are central to this role, along with an ability to build a strong rapport with pupils, colleagues and parents.

The completion of an Application Form is mandatory - See Website below for details.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications:

Essential

Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Educated to A-level or above, including a minimum of GCSE (or equivalent) grade C in maths and English.
Desirable

Paediatric First aid training. Recent formal safeguarding training.

Experience

Essential

The successful candidate will have: Experience of classroom supervision, in an EYFS environment. Demonstrable experience of monitoring and evaluating teaching.
Experience monitoring and recording pupils' academic development in an Early Years environment.

Desirable

Experience of Early Years' teaching Experience of working with pupils with SEND, and pupils with social and emotional difficulties. Experience of online learning journals.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

The successful candidate will have: Knowledge and understanding of child protection, safeguarding policies and Early Years Framework. Knowledge of current legislation and the application of such in schools. An ability to assist in curricular development. An understanding of curriculum and pedagogical issues in relation to EYFS. Creative and stimulating teaching strategies which engage and motivate pupils. Knowledge of the principles of good practice relating to staff supervision. An ability to identify problem areas and suggest appropriate measures for improvement. An ability to maintain consistently high standards and ensure quality of teaching. An ability to promote and sustain high standards for pupils. A wide knowledge of educational terminology. A clear understanding of child development and how this contributes to teaching strategies and learning styles.

Personal Qualities

Essential

The successful candidate will have:

Knowledge and understanding of child protection, safeguarding policies and Early Years Framework. Knowledge of current legislation and the application of such in schools. An ability to assist in curricular development. An understanding of curriculum and pedagogical issues in relation to EYFS. Creative and stimulating teaching strategies which engage and motivate pupils. Knowledge of the principles of good practice relating to staff supervision. An ability to identify problem areas and suggest appropriate measures for improvement. An ability to maintain consistently high standards and ensure quality of teaching. An ability to promote and sustain high standards for pupils. A wide knowledge of educational terminology. A clear understanding of child development and how this contributes to teaching strategies and learning styles.

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Main Duties and responsibilities:

General

Support the policies, ethos and vision of the school and actively promote high levels of achievement in the early years stage Contribute to the leadership and management of the Early Years Department Promote the aims and objectives of the early years stage Seek and implement areas for classroom improvement and the development of Teaching Assistants with regards to Early Years.

Teaching and development

Motivate and stimulate a child's learning abilities, often encouraging learning through experience Provide pastoral care and support to children within a secure learning environment Assist with the development of a child's personal, social, language and physical coordination abilities. Develop and produce visual aids and teaching resources Encourage mathematical and creative development through stories, songs, games, drawing and imaginative play Help children develop curiosity and knowledge Work with others, including teaching assistants and nursery nurses as well as volunteer helpers, to plan and coordinate work both indoors and outdoors Share knowledge gained with other practitioners and build and maintain strong professional relationships with parents Observe, assess and record each child's progress Ensure the health and safety of children and staff is maintained during all activities, both inside and outside the setting Attend staff meetings and staff training days Keep up to date with changes in the curriculum and developments in best practice

Classroom management

Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all members of staff. Provide support and guidance and supervision for Teaching Assistants. Organise and manage the day-to-day running of early years teaching within your classroom, including efficient use of teaching resources. Assist in the induction process for new members of staff within Early Years. Support the any Early Years with external accreditations. Stimulate colleagues and pupils alike, by creating a supportive, challenging and positive environment. Manage own professional development by attending training opportunities such as in-service training. Keep up-to-date with current developments and progression in early years.

Communication

Develop and maintain effective professional relationships with parents and colleagues. Ensure parents are well-informed about the curriculum as well as their child's progress and targets. Liaise with other colleagues to ensure a smooth transition for all pupils through their early years journey.

Additional Duties

Promote and safeguard the welfare of all pupils. Ensure a high standard of care for pupils is consistently maintained. Act as a role model for members of staff and pupils.

General Responsibilities of all teachers

To promote the highest quality teaching and learning To promote the excellent quality of pastoral care provided by the school To ensure the classroom is an invigorating environment for effective learning, embracing pupils' work, producing effective displays and creating a collaborative and engaging atmosphere in the classroom To monitor and evaluate pupils learning, liaising closely with Subject leaders working with Early Years children To develop easy and professional relationships with parents and colleagues To maintain and manage the physical resources in the learning area To undertake supervisory duties To attend staff meetings, School INSET and attend professional courses to enhance teaching effectiveness and qualifications To comply with Health and Safety requirements To play a full part in the life of the School

Salary

Salary reflective of experience and service. Fixed Term Contract, initially for one term

Start Date - ASAP

The Granville School can offer the successful appointee the following:

Free lunch during term time A supportive work environment Excellent CPD opportunities

Additional Information

It is vital that our staff dress smartly and appropriately. An example to others must be set at all times - to children and parents you will be seen as a teacher.

This post offers an exciting opportunity to work in a well-established, developing and ambitious school. At a time when interest in the school, and demand for places is considerable, the future is very exciting.

Safeguarding and Child Protection

The successful candidate will be expected to meet the following compliance requirements:

The Right to work in the UK. To promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons' for whom/she/he is responsible, or with whom she/he comes into contact. They will adhere to and ensure compliance with the school's Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection Statement at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post- holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety of welfare of children in the school she/he must report any concerns to the schools' Designated Safeguarding Lead. The successful candidate will be required to provide an enhanced DBS Disclosure. In seeking references on short-listed candidates the school may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications before interview. Any relevant issues arising from references will be taken up at interview. Social Media review checks are conducted for all candidates who are shortlisted.

Applications

The completion of an Application Form is mandatory - See Website below for details.

The Headmistress would be delighted to talk on the phone to any candidate who would like to know more about the post. She can be contacted on either 01732 453039 or bursar@granvilleschool.org

The Granville School

2 Bradbourne Park Road Sevenoaks TN13 3LJ

www.granvilleschool.org

01732 453039

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 42.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Teaching: 3 years (required) EYFS: 3 years (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person