Primary Teacher

Job purpose: · To carry out the role of Class Teacher · To seek to ensure that pupils attain the highest possible standards in all aspects of school life. · To ensure a consistent approach to planning, teaching and assessment and to ensure that there is continuity and progression in pupils’ learning. · To demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and staff. Professional Duties: · In line with current Pay and Conditions Agreement and Teachers’ Standards, it is the responsibility of the post holder to carry out the following professional duties. Duties and responsibilities: · To work consistently to uphold the school’s mission statement. · To follow all school policies and procedures. · To work in a co-operative and polite manner with all stakeholders. · To work with pupils in a courteous, positive, caring and responsible manner at all times. · To follow the child protection procedures and ensure that pupils’ safety and wellbeing is never compromised. · To be polite, co-operative and positive when communicating to other staff · To take an active and positive role in the school’s commitment to the development of staff. · To work with visitors in such a way that it enhances the reputation of the school. · To seek to improve the quality of the school’s overall service. · To present oneself in a professional way that is consistent with the values and high expectations of the school. Specific responsibilities: · Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils. · Establish a safe and stimulating learning environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect. · Set targets that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions. · Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils. Pupil Progress: · Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils. · Ensure pupils make the expected rate of progress. · Be accountable for pu