Teacher

The Teacher of Science will, under the reasonable direction of the Headteacher, carry out the professional duties of a teacher in accordance with the current School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document, Teachers' Standards and relevant statutory safeguarding guidance. The post holder will promote high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour, attendance and achievement for all pupils. You will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from the headteacher to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description. All job descriptions define the responsibilities of the postholder in addition to those outlined in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document. This job description is current at the date shown, but, in consultation with you, may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the grade and job title. The post holder will contribute to the mission of Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Trust by promoting and safeguarding the Catholic ethos of the school, supporting the spiritual and moral development of all pupils, and demonstrating a commitment to the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Duties and responsibilities:

Catholic Ethos and Mission Support and actively promote the Catholic ethos, values and mission of the school in all aspects of professional conduct. Contribute to the prayer life, collective worship and liturgical celebrations of the school. Demonstrate, through professional example, a commitment to Gospel values.

Teaching and Learning Teach assigned classes in Science to secure excellent progress and outcomes for all pupils. Actively promoting the progress of pupils in science through teaching that meets their learning needs, accurate assessment of their work and regular feedback that enables pupils to understand how to improve and progress in their learning. Participate actively in continuing professional development and maintain current subject and pedagogical knowledge. Carrying out regular assessment of pupil progress, recording progress data on the school data system and using this data to target intervention strategies at pupils who are not making the required progress. Actively contributing to enhance literacy and numeracy across the curriculum. Promoting of the wellbeing of pupils across the school through roles such as being active form tutor. Contributing to courses and schemes of work across the science department. Plan and contribute to curriculum enrichment opportunities, educational visits and extracurricular activities. Maintaining good discipline amongst pupils. Ensure the health, safety and welfare of pupils at all times, including during practical investigations, laboratory work, educational visits and extracurricular activities Attendance at departmental and parental meetings as required. Undertake reasonable cover and supervision duties in accordance with the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document. Preparing pupils for public examinations. Contributing to aspects of school management. Undertaking agreed organisational and administrative tasks. Promote and maintain high standards of laboratory health and safety, ensuring compliance with CLEAPSS guidance and school procedures. Act immediately upon any safeguarding, welfare or child protection concerns in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Trust policies and statutory guidance. Other Responsibilities Participate fully in the school's appraisal processes and undertake professional development activities identified through those processes. Promote the work of the curriculum area, e.g. through the parents’ evenings and assemblies. Attend all scheduled meetings for the curriculum area. Work closely with subject leaders and support staff to promote inclusion, a positive ethos and personalised learning for pupils. Maintain high expectations of pupil behaviour, demonstrating discipline through positive and productive relationships and well-focused teaching. Undertake duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post as reasonably required by the Headteacher. Maintain accurate records and process personal information in accordance with GDPR, Data Protection legislation and Trust policies. Teaching and Learning Carrying out class teaching duties as agreed. Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils. Implement and deliver an appropriately broad, relevant curriculum that builds on pupils’ prior knowledge. Deliver lessons appropriate to pupils’ different abilities and educational needs, ensuring they are all able to progress to their potential. Provide and contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual or groups of pupils. Monitor and support the overall progress and development of pupils in line with the curriculum requirements, Mark and monitor pupils’ class and homework regularly, providing constructive oral and written feedback. Develop effective assessment practices to support the teaching the curriculum. Use assessment of pupils’ progress to inform future teaching. Ensure good subject knowledge and a pupil focused environment. Ensure lesson subject matter is presented clearly, encouraging appropriate discussion about what is being taught. Ensure pupils’ understanding of the curriculum is checked systematically, misconceptions are identified accurately, and feedback is clear and direct. Prepare informative and constructive written reports for parents which identify how each pupil is performing and how they can improve within the classroom. Select resources that reflect the Academy’s ambitious intentions for the subject, that support the intent of the planned curriculum and provide pupils with knowledge and skills for the future. Ensure the work given to pupils matches the aims of the curriculum. Employ a range of teaching methods to keep pupils engaged, e.g. through effective questioning, clear presentation and use of departmental resources. Share and support the Academy’s duty to provide and monitor opportunities for personal, academic and spiritual growth.