Job Description
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Set high expectations
which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils when teaching establish
a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect set
goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and
dispositions demonstrate
consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are
expected of pupils If
asked to be a tutor, register students, accompany them to assemblies and
eucharist and lead form prayers Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
in History be
accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes be
aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching
to build on these guide
pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs demonstrate
knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on
teaching encourage
pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work
and study. Demonstrate good subject
and curriculum knowledge of History have
a secure knowledge of History curriculum areas, foster and maintain
pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings demonstrate
a critical understanding of developments in the History curriculum demonstrate
an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards
of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of standard English Plan and teach
well-structured lessons impart
knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time promote
a love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity set
homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend
the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired reflect
systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching contribute
to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum Adapt teaching to respond
to the strengths and needs of all pupils have
a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’
ability to learn, and how best to overcome these demonstrate
an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of
children, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at
different stages of development have
a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with
special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an
additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and
evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them Make accurate and
productive use of assessment know
and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas,
including statutory assessment requirements particularly OCR B GCSE board
requirements. make
use of regular formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress use
relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent
lessons give
pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and
encourage pupils to respond to the feedback. Manage behaviour
effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment have
clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take
responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in
classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s
behaviour policy have
high expectations of behaviour, and apply the school’s systems of
sanctions and rewards manage
classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’
needs in order to involve and motivate them maintain
good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act
decisively when necessary. Fulfil wider professional
responsibilities As a member of the St Hilda’s family, you will be expected to support our 5 values
of Wisdom, Hope, Community, Dignity and Equality be sympathetic to the
teachings of the Church of England operate
at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school establish
effective working relationships and set a good example through their
presentation and personal and professional conduct participate professionally
in the school’s performance
management systems take responsibility
for personal
professional development take part
in professional development activities
and inset
organised by the school co-operate
with other staff to ensure a sharing and effective usage of resources to
the benefit of the school, department and students contribute
to the corporate life of the school through effective participation in
meetings take
part in marketing and liaison activities such as pa