Primary Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• You have experience of working in at least one Key Stage
• You have experience of planning and delivering engaging and challenging lessons
• You have experience of working successfully with pupils with Special Educational Needs
• You are a reflective practitioner who sets high expectations of yourself and others
• You have experience of working successfully with teaching assistants and/or other support staff
• You are a responsible person
• You have a sound knowledge of the National Curriculum or Development Matters documentation
• You have an understanding of curriculum and pedagogical issues relating to learning and teaching
• You are knowledgeable of effective strategies to include, and meet the needs of all pupils, in particular underachieving groups of pupils, pupils with EAL and SEN
• You have sound ICT knowledge and skills relating to class teaching, able to demonstrate effective use of ICT to enhance teaching and learning
• You are able to use assessments of pupils’ learning to inform future planning
• You have an ability to plan and work collaboratively with colleagues
• You have experience of using positive behaviour management strategies to reinforce good learning behaviours
• You love working with children
• Your personal values mirror those of the Trinity Ethos Statement
• You have a belief in restorative justice
• You demonstrate a passion for closing the gap for children from disadvantaged backgrounds
• You have an excellent inter-personal skills
• You are constantly striving to be the best practitioner they can be
• You are able to work as part of a supportive team
• You have a (good) sense of humour

• You are an approachable person

• You are able to manage own workload effectively

• You are self-aware and know when to seek support and advice

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Evidence of securing good or outstanding progress for whole cohorts, individuals, or groups
• Evidence of successfully leading a subject which involved whole school responsibilities
• Familiarity with KS1 and 2 Standardised Attainment Tests or the EYFS profile
• Skills in the creative areas
• Any area of interest or expertise which can make a positive impact on children’s learning
• Ability to motivate colleagues by example
• Can demonstrate commitment to the wider life of the school