Class Teacher Year 5/6

Person Specification – Class Teacher all "essential" unless marked "desirable *"

• Qualifications

& Experience

Proven ability as a good or outstanding classroom teacher

Experience in Primary Teaching

Qualified Teacher

Evidence of participation in professional development

• Knowledge &

Skills

A knowledge and understanding of a range of teaching styles.

An understanding of the importance of enhancing pupils’ self-esteem.

Knowledge and appreciation of current issues and developments in Education

Knowledge of what constitutes quality first teaching and learning

A clear understanding of behavior management

Communicate clearly both written and verbally

Praise and develop secure behavior management skills

• Curriculum

Skills

Very high expectations for the achievement of pupils, staff, and themselves

The ability to monitor and evaluate the teaching and learning environment

A commitment to the improvement of educational standards and results within school

The ability to ensure tasks are completed on time and to seek advice when required

*Be forward looking and be an effective member of the team

Appreciate the importance of extra-curricular activities

Specific

Requirements -

Demonstrate a well constructed high standard of application demonstrating grammar, spelling and punctuation

A clear understanding of primary learning and assessment

Ability to form positive relationships with pupils

Knowledge and experience in effective planning and use of assessment and recording

*Evidence of engaging parents in the learning process

An understanding and positive attitude to children with SEND along with skills in making adaptations

Understanding the need to safeguard children and use robust procedures to protect and support them

Knowledge and commitment of Equal Opportunities

Have sensitivity to the diverse social and emotional needs of children

Personal qualities - Enthusiastic, Positive, Hardworking, Flexible, Decisive, Sensitive, Able to use their own initiative