Main Purpose of Job

- Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils whilst ensuring equality and opportunity for all
- Be responsible and accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct
- Treat pupils with dignity, build relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observe proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position
- Work proactively and effectively in collaboration and partnership with learners, parents/carers, governors, other staff and external agencies in the best interest of pupils
- Act within, the statutory frameworks, which set out their professional duties and responsibilities
- Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school


Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and deliver lessons to classes of different ages and abilities
- Mark work, give appropriate and timely feedback and maintain records of pupils' progress and development.
- Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge through continued CPD (directed and self-driven), devise and write new curriculum materials as and when required.
- Select and use of range of different learning resources and equipment.
- Prepare pupils for qualifications and external examinations
- Manage pupil behaviour in the classroom and on school premises, and apply appropriate and effective measures in cases of misbehaviour by following the Consequence System, giving House Points and nominating students for Student of the Week.
- Undertake pastoral duties, such as taking on the role of form tutor, and supporting pupils on an individual basis through academic or personal difficulties
- Communicate with parents and carers over pupil’s progress and participate in departmental meetings, parents' evenings and whole school training events
- Liaise with professionals, such as learning mentors, career advisors and others.
- Provide and support the work of teaching assistants, Technicians, trainee teachers and newly qualified teachers.
- Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress
- Organise and participate in extracurricular activities, such as trips, social activities and sporting events
- Undergo observations and learning walks.
- Attend key events in school such as (but not limited to) the Family BBQ, Sixth Form Graduation and Open Days (if required).
- Allow students to grow and express themselves freely without fear of discrimination or harm.


Behaviour and Safety

- Develop a safe, purposeful and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect and establish a framework for discipline within a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly
- Manage class effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils' needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
- Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary
- Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of pupils
- Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners
- Carry out duties as directed by the director/a técnico/a, be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school, raising any concerns following the school protocol and procedures


Team working and collaboration

- Participate in any relevant meetings/professional development opportunities at the school, which relate to the learners, and curriculum organisation of the school including pastoral arrangements and assemblies
- Work as a team member and identify opportunities for working with colleagues, sharing development and effective practice with them
- Support new and existing staff including the induction and assessment of new teachers, teachers serving induction periods and where appropriate threshold assessments
- Ensure that the colleagues working with you are appropriately involved in supporting learning and understand the roles they are expected to fulfil
- Take part as required in the review, development and management of the activities relating to the curriculum, organisation and pastoral functions of the school
- Cover for absent colleagues


Parent, Student and Community Relationships

- Be responsible for the safety and well-being of all students through positive recognition and high expectations for behaviour and conduct.
- Inform the Head of Secondary and director/a técnico/a of any serious student incidents or parent concerns and work collaboratively with ESLT, SLT and the Safeguarding Team to resolve issues in a timely and respectful manner.
- Build and maintain relationships with Secondary School parents and the community by establishing regular and appropriate communications with all members of the school community
- Engage Secondary School parents as active partners in their children’s learning