Teacher - Hillside Primary School

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Hillside Primary School.

We are looking for a teacher who is passionate about learning and supporting children to make as much personal and academic progress as possible during their time at Hillside. The position is to cover Maternity Leave and is expected to last until the end of November 2024.

Hillside has a vibrant school community with staff and students from many diverse backgrounds and cultures. We celebrate diversity and expect the highest standards of respect from and for all. Pupils are encouraged to work together, co-operate and communicate positively with others.  We aim for all pupils to develop a love of learning and to recognise and value themselves and their own unique skills and abilities.

Hillside school motto is Believe, Achieve, Succeed because our vision is that every member of our school community believes in themselves; achieves because they have the confidence to work hard and try new things and feels successful in whatever goals and ambitions they set themselves both now and in the future.

JOB PURPOSE: 

To carry out the duties of a school teacher as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document 2016 and have due regard to the aims, ethos and policies of the school; under the direction of and in consultation with the Principal.

1. Teaching and Learning

• Plan activities and experiences appropriate to the age, ability and individual need of all students following the Curriculum Guidance for Foundation Stage and National Curriculum to ensure students receive a broad and balanced curriculum.
• Set clear and challenging targets for learning, building on prior attainment.
• Consider how the subjects can promote citizenship, spiritual cultural, mental and physical development and preparation for adult life.
• Reviewing and maintaining resources and a high quality learning environment.
• Recording student’s profiles, progress and attainment in accordance with school policy.
• To positively promote engagement with parents.

1. Continuous Development

• To attend courses provided by organisations as and when appropriate and disseminate information.
• Manage a curriculum area(s) of special interest where necessary:
• be involved in the organisation, maintenance and review of resources and equipment throughout school attached to that curriculum area(s);
• keep abreast of current trends and developments, attend relevant courses and disseminate information and ideas to colleagues associated with that curriculum area(s).

1. C. Assessment and Recording

• Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use this assessment to inform future teaching.
• Assess and record students’ progress in accordance with School Policy and Statutory Guidance.
• Mark and monitor class and homework, providing constructive oral and/or written feedback and setting targets for students’ progress.
• Provide written reports to:
  • parents, in accordance with school procedures and statutory requirements;
  • other agencies, in accordance with school procedures and Code of Practice.

1. Pastoral

• To promote, maintain and supervise the Health and Safety of students engaged in authorised school activities both on school premises and elsewhere.
• To demonstrate a commitment to positive behaviour management throughout school.
• To care for the physical and emotional welfare of children within the class/school.
• To follow child protection procedures in accordance with School Policy to ensure the safety and welfare of children throughout the school.
• To register students, encourage punctuality and reinforce school attendance procedures in consultation with the Head Teacher.
• To develop positive relationships with parents and promote the home-school partnership.
• To liaise with outside agencies responsible for student welfare.
• To promote Equality and Diversity ensuring that, specifics of gender, race, class, ability and disability are treated in a positive and no-discriminatory manner.

• To attend meetings with colleagues, parents and outside agencies as directed by the Principal.
• To adhere to safe working practices and to report any dangerous events or equipment to the relevant person.
• To carry out any other duties appropriate to the level expected of a teacher on standard scale relating to the efficient organisation of the school.
• To participate on Performance Management as required by Government Regulations.

1. Safeguarding

• As part of your wider duties and responsibilities you are required to promote and actively support the Trusts ‘responsibilities towards safeguarding. Safeguarding is about keeping people safe and protecting people from harm, neglect, abuse and injury.  It is about creating safe places, being vigilant and doing something about any concerns you might have.  It isn’t just about the very old and the very young, it is about everyone who may be vulnerable.