Primary Teacher

About us

Hello, I am delighted that our free school opened in temporary accommodation for 32 learners in September 2022. River Tees Academy Grangetown will offer 100 places to learners aged 5-19 with Social Emotional and Mental Health needs and most learners will have an Education Health Care Plan. We want all of our pupils to enjoy their education, engage fully and make exceptional education progress.

Our vision is for a place that improves the lives of children and young people in both the long and short term, improving preparation for adulthood, We have aspirations for every learners and will support them all to access a broad and balanced curriculum at River Tees Academy Grangetown including a range of GCSEs and vocational qualifications. We focus on building Currency, Character and Community knowledge and skills.

If you would like to find out more about River Tees Academy Grangetown we will look forward to hearing from you.

Leanne Chilton
Headteacher

Job Description

Teaching

• Plan work in accordance with the National Curriculum programmes of study.
• Liaise with relevant colleagues on the planning or units of work for collaborative delivery.
• Work in collaboration with Personal Development Leads, SENCO and other support staff.
• Consider student’s prior level of attainment and use them to set targets for future improvements.
• Set high expectations for students’ behaviour by establishing a purposeful working atmosphere in accordance with the RTMAT behaviour policy.
• Set appropriate and demanding expectations for students’ learning, motivation and presentation of work.
• Planning, implementation and delivery of specific programmes to develop progression for young people with SEN.

Assessment, Recording & Reporting

• Maintain notes and plans of lessons undertaken and records of students’ work.
• Feedback and assessment pupils work on a regular basis in accordance with RTMAT policies and procedures.
• Keeping accurate records of each individual pupil’s progress.
• Carry out assessment programmes such as reports as agreed by RTMAT.
• Organising the displaying of pupils work in and around particular Teaching areas and/ or other places as required.
• Be familiar with the Code of Practice for identification and assessment of Special Educational Needs and keep appropriate records on Individual.
• Education, Health and Care Plans for students.
• Ensuring that learning resources are used effectively.
• Maintaining the tutor group register in accordance with River Tees Multi Academy Trust policies and legal requirements.

Pastoral Work

• Undertake responsibility for a tutor group as required including tutor/student interview's.
• Be the first point of contact for parents of students in the tutor group.
• Monitor (and set targets for) the social and academic progress of individuals in the tutor group.
• Promote good attendance and monitor in accordance with the school's attendance policy.
• Follow RTMAT procedures and National Guidance on ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’.

Professional Standards

• Support the aims of RTMAT to promote a ‘learning community’.
• Treat all members of the community, colleagues and students, with respect and consideration.
• Treat all students fairly, consistently and without prejudice.
• Set a good example to students in terms of appropriate dress, standards of punctuality and attendance.
• Promote the aims of RTMAT by attendance at and participation in events such as open evenings, options evenings and the like (as appropriate to responsibilities).
• Support the ethos of RTMAT by upholding the Code of Conduct, uniform rules, etc.
• Take responsibility for own professional development and participate in staff training when provided.
• Reflect on own practice as well as the practices of RTMAT with aim of improving all that we do.
• Read and adhere to the various RTMAT policies as expressed in the School Improvement Plan, the staff handbook, subject team/year team documentation, etc.
• Participate in the development and management of the School by attending various team and staff meetings.
• Undertake professional duties that may be reasonably assigned by the headteacher (e.g. cover, etc.).
• Be proactive and take responsibility for matters relating to health and safety.

The above duties and responsibilities cannot totally encompass or define all tasks which may be required of the post holder. The outlined duties and responsibilities may, therefore, vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility; these factors are reflected in the post grade.

All employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to the principles of equal rights both in relation to employment issues and service delivery and to adhere to the policies of River Tees Multi Trust in performance of their duties.

All employees are expected to respect all confidentialities and principles and practice of the Data Protection Act. All post holders are required to comply with Health and Safety policies and legislation.

RTMAT is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and new, successful, candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and Barring service check. An online search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment process, on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant to the application.

Benefits

• We offer greater PPA time than the national requirement for all of our Teachers.
• Our employee’s development and progression journeys are proof that we invest in our staff and provide comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• We use a collaborative approach to our appraisals process that aims to foster a culture of inclusive professional development within which staff feel valued and treated fairly
• We pride ourselves on our wellbeing offer to employees, ensuring our staff’s health and wellbeing is considered in every decision-making process.
• Better Health at Work Award Advocates with employees trained as Health Advocates to help our employees look after their own mental health and wellbeing.
• We have a flexible and generous approach to family appointments and events.
• A comprehensive induction package and ongoing training

Desired Criteria

• QTS Status.
• Post QTS Qualification.
• Have evidence of being an outstanding teacher.
• Proven ability to effectively keep abreast of academic and research thinking on how disaffected children can become successful learners.
• Understanding of progression in their specialist subject(s), including before/after their specialist age range.

Essential Criteria

• Degree or Equivalent in specialist subject.
• Level 2 or equivalent in English and maths.
• Primary teacher trained or a willingness to teach a range of subjects from the National curriculum.
• Have taught children successfully meeting their many and varied needs.
• Have evidence of raising standards and accelerating pupil progress.
• Have evidence of collecting, analysing and questioning pupil level progress data for the purposes of target setting, and informing future planning.
• Have evidence of successful subject delivery and pedagogy.
• Evidence of substantial recent professional development, including curriculum developments and pedagogy.
• Understand current educational issues, theory and practice.
• Have a detailed knowledge of the relevant aspects of the National Curriculum and other statutory requirements.
• Have a secure knowledge and understanding of their specialist subject(s).
• Demonstrate knowledge to answer subject-related questions and know the common misconceptions in their specialist subject(s).
• A sound knowledge of the Ofsted framework.
• Knowledge of legislation and guidance in relation to 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'.
• An understanding of, and competent use of, ICT to aid and promote the quality of teaching and learning.
• Excellent organisation and time-keeping skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with parents to secure a good learning attitude and environment for students.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £30,000.00-£41,333.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application question(s):

• Are you Primary Teacher trained?

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

• teaching children: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/05/2024
Reference ID: 106-Teacher
Expected start date: 02/09/2024