Class Teacher - Terms

Main purpose of the job

All teachers must carry out the duties outlined in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and adhere to the Teachers’ Standards. Performance will be assessed against these standards during the appraisal process.

• Deliver the curriculum relevant to the age and ability of pupils.
• Prepare and develop teaching materials, programmes, and pastoral arrangements.
• Be accountable for the attainment and progress of pupils taught.
• Plan teaching based on pupils’ capabilities and prior knowledge, demonstrating understanding of how they learn.
• Address the needs of all pupils, including but not limited to those with SEND, EAL, high prior attainment, or in receipt of the Pupil Premium, using effective teaching approaches.
• Promote high standards of communication in written and spoken English.
• Implement strategies for developing early reading skills, e.g., systematic synthetic phonics.
• Provide challenging learning experiences for all pupils, monitoring progress and attainment.
• Use assessment to secure pupils’ progress and provide regular feedback to encourage reflection on and responsibility for their work.
• Use data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan lessons.
• Set home-learning tasks and lead out-of-class activities to extend pupils’ knowledge.
• Participate in assessment arrangements per the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.