Knowledge and Experience
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), bringing your expertise and passion for education to the classroom.
- Demonstrate effectiveness as a teacher, with recent, relevant experience (including teaching practice) showcasing your ability to inspire and engage learners.
- Commit to driving excellence by raising achievement levels and holding high expectations for every child's learning journey.
- Possess a strong grasp of the Primary Curriculum, enabling you to plan and deliver impactful lessons tailored to pupils' needs.
- Understand the stages of children's development and how they learn, allowing you to adapt your teaching to nurture their growth.
- Have a clear understanding of Health and Safety and safeguarding requirements, ensuring a secure and supportive environment for all pupils.
Skills and Abilities
- Exhibit excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to use Standard English effectively to engage and inspire.
- Demonstrate a strong capacity for self-reflection and continuous improvement, using insights to enhance pupils' learning outcomes.
- Thrive as a collaborative team member, contributing positively to shared goals and fostering a culture of mutual support.
- Show exceptional interpersonal skills, building respectful and productive relationships with colleagues, pupils, and parents/carers.
- Work successfully with other professionals and parents/carers, ensuring a holistic approach to supporting children's development and well-being.
- Efficiently organise and manage classroom resources to create an engaging, effective learning environment.
- Utilise IT confidently and responsibly for teaching, learning, and personal development, embracing its potential to enrich the educational experience.
Personal Qualities
- Inspire excellence by holding high expectations for both children and adults, setting the bar for achievement and growth.
- Bring an infectious passion for teaching and learning, igniting curiosity and enthusiasm in everyone you work with.
- Demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and punctuality, ensuring a smooth and efficient approach to every task.
- Show confidence and initiative, making thoughtful decisions in collaboration with colleagues to drive impactful outcomes.
- Embrace teaching and learning with energy, adaptability, and a positive mindset, thriving in a dynamic school environment.
- Be deeply committed to personal and professional development, always seeking new ways to grow and improve.
- Show genuine empathy and understanding, remaining perceptive and sensitive to the diverse needs of pupils, parents, and colleagues.
- Contribute to a positive and supportive school culture with a good sense of humour that strengthens connections and builds morale.
- Face challenges head-on with resilience, determination, and an unwavering focus on success.