Teacher of LLW History to KS4

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Teacher - Post-Primary

Reports To: Principal

• Hold a teaching qualification recognised to teach in grant‑aided schools in Northern Ireland.
• Hold a degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification prepared to teach LLW and/or History to Key Stage 4.
• Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up the post.
• Demonstrable experience of using a range of teaching strategies to meet the learning needs of pupils.
• Knowledge of Northern Ireland Curriculum, Safeguarding and Child Protection policy/practice, SEND Code of Practice, teaching strategies, IT systems and assessment methods.
• Effective teaching and classroom management skills, ability to provide a supportive, inclusive learning environment, collaborate with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider community, work effectively as a team and motivate self and others.
• Evidence of alignment with the School’s Values/ethos.

• Minimum of one year demonstrable experience teaching History and/or LLW to Key Stage 4.
• Ability to offer an additional subject.
• Experience or qualification that enables contribution to extracurricular provision such as sport, drama, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Scripture Union, agriculture or similar activities.

As a teacher, you will exercise general professional duties including:

• Planning and preparing courses, lessons and associated work.
• Teaching pupils according to their educational needs, including marking and assessment.
• Assessing, recording and reporting on pupil development, progress and attainment.
• Promoting the progress and well‑being of pupils, providing advice and guidance, recording personal and social needs.
• Communicating with parents and coordinating with external bodies and the Board of Governors.
• Participating in meetings, staff development schemes and performance reviews.
• Maintaining discipline and safeguarding the health and safety of pupils during school activities.
• Participating in arrangements for public examinations, assessment and supervision.
• Supporting the selection and development of other teachers, coordinating staff work, contributing to administrative tasks.
• Meeting full‑time workdays: 195 days a year (maximum 190 teaching days), 1,265 hours a year, with scheduled breaks.

All duties are subject to review and may be assigned as needed.

Equal Opportunity Statement: The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.