Class Teacher

What skills and experience we're looking for
Main purpose of the post:
To teach pupils within the school and to carry out such other associated duties as are reasonably assigned by the Principal. These may include advising and co-operating with the Principal and other teachers on the preparation and development of course of study, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements.
Those employed on the Upper range are expected to be highly competent in all elements of the relevant standards, and achieve and contribute in a substantial and sustained manner throughout the setting.
Key Tasks and Activities:
The main employment duties attaching to the post are as follows:
• To teach, according to their educational needs, assigned pupils in the allocated class;
• To control and oversee the use and storage of teaching materials provided for class usage;
• Under the direction of Year Leaders and in conjunction with other colleagues, to plan and prepare lessons, schemes of work and activities which ensure that the work of the class provides equality of access to the curriculum and is appropriate to the age range and abilities of the children in it;
• To monitor and assess pupils’ achievements and progress in accordance with arrangements agreed within the school and report to parents periodically as required;
• To maintain discipline in accordance within the rules and disciplinary systems of the school;
• To attend meetings, contribute to discussions and management systems necessary to coordinate the work of the school and Trust as a whole;
• To promote equal opportunities within the school and to seek to ensure the implementation of the Trust’s equal opportunities policy;
• To mark class attendance registers.
• Engage with and agree a professional growth plan;
• Attend relevant INSET, report back to colleagues and implement the outcomes as appropriate in classroom practice.
What the school offers its staff
LEO Academy Trust is committed to developing a family of schools, where collaboration makes a real difference for our children, staff and families. We are seeking exceptional educators to join our teaching team from September 2024. We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation with improved representation throughout all staff groups - and particularly welcome protected characteristic groups.
10 Sites, 9 Schools, Endless Possibilities:
LEO Academy Trust is a dynamic and supportive learning environment where you can thrive as an educator. Join us to:
• Cultivate excellence and opportunity for all
• Foster inclusive and engaging learning for all students
• Collaborate with supportive colleagues and embrace professional growth through receiving ongoing professional learning opportunities for every stage of your career
• Embrace inclusivity and celebrate diversity
• Make a positive impact on our local communities
• Embark on a coaching-oriented development journey
• Incorporate technology into your teaching practice
• Promote well-being and work-life balance
• Make a genuine difference in the lives of students, colleagues, and communities
All candidates should apply via the vacancies page at www.leoacademytrust.co.uk.
All candidates should detail how you meet the aspects of the person specification for the role - please see the job description and person specification here. You should describe your suitability against the person specification and ensure that you cover all essential criteria (if not marked as essential, please assume all are essential), by providing evidence and examples of proven experience.
LEO Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills. Applications are invited from all members of the community. We do not discriminate against staff on the basis of age; race; sex; disability; sexual orientation; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; religion, faith or belief (Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics). The principles of non-discrimination and equality of opportunity also apply to the way in which staff and Trust treat visitors, volunteers, contractors and former staff members.
LEO Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role will require an enhanced DBS due to being in regulated activity.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.