EYFS Class Teacher

Essential (E), Desirable (D)

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status (E)
• Completion of ECT programme (E)
• Evidence of further professional study in relation to pupils with special needs. (D)

Experience

• Minimum of 2 consecutive years of classroom teaching experience in either mainstream or special schools. (E)
• Experience of working with children with a range of Special Educational Needs. (E)
• Experience working collaboratively with a multi professional team including SLT, OT, PT. (D)

Knowledge

• Proven ability in teaching and adapting the curriculum effectively for pupils with a range of strengths and needs (E)
• Knowledge & experience of devising/monitoring learning programmes, assessment, recording and reporting. (E)
• Experience of teaching and assessing using the EYFS curriculum. (E)
• Understanding of using a trauma informed approach. (D)

Specific Skills

• The ability to teach, assess and advise. (E)
• The ability to work within a multidisciplinary setting and establish trusting relationships within the team. (E)
• The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form. (E)
• Sound knowledge of ICT and how to use it to drive forward pupil progress. (E)
• The ability to provide training and guidance in meeting the needs of SEND learners to school settings / teachers (D)

Personal Qualities

• Enthusiasm for developing knowledge and skills in working with pupils with acquired brain injury and their families (E)
• The willingness to work as part of a wider team, incorporating advice from other professionals (E)
• Confident and calm personality. (E)
• Creative, dynamic approach. (E)
• Proactive and flexible to changing needs. (E)
• Willingness to participate in the development of the Surrey Teaching Centre (E)
• A commitment to Equal Opportunities (E)