Maths and Business Teacher
6 days ago
Roquetas de Mar
ph3Job Description /h3 pTo be a dynamic and inspirational teacher of your specialist subject with in-depth knowledge and a real passion for this subject. Effective planning and the delivery of creative and dynamic lessons to all age groups from Key Stage 3 through to A Level is paramount as is promoting the application of your subject knowledge through a wide range of engaging, practical activities. You should have experience of teaching the exam syllabus for your subject at both GCSE and A Level and will strive to maintain the high standards already set in this subject, promoting inquisitive, reflective and independent learning and supporting all pupils to reach their own individual goals. You should be a strong team player with a practical and flexible approach to problem solving who is also keen to play a leading role in the continuing development and improvement of your subject and the implementation of a range of new learning initiatives across the school. /p h3Role Specific Duties /h3 ul liTo be responsible for the teaching of your specialist subject throughout the Secondary School (Key Stage 3 – 5, if required on timetable) /li liTo raise awareness of and actively promote your subject across through a range of curricular, cross‑curricular and extra‑curricular activities /li liTo promote your subject as an excellent option choice at IGCSE/AS and A Level /li liTo ensure that your subject department is adequately resourced to meet pupil needs and course requirements and that technological resources are used appropriately. /li liTo create an inspiring learning environment for your specialist subject /li liTo produce, enhance and constantly develop learning schemes for your specialist subject. /li liTo be available to support teaching staff with help and training in your specialist subject. /li /ul h3ISP Principles /h3 ul liBegin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Well‑being and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately. /li liTreat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well‑being of self and others. /li liOperate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community. /li liAre financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools. /li liLearn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement. /li /ul h3ISP Teacher Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liAdhere to global ISP Principles and follow the criteria set out in the ISP Teacher Role Profile /li liUnder the reasonable direction of the Headteacher and her Senior Leadership Team, carry out the professional duties of a school teacher as set out in the current UK Teachers’ standards document: /li liBe accountable for leading, managing and developing teaching and learning in your key stage in line with age‑related curriculum objectives and school policies. /li liSuccessfully carry out the role of a form tutor, monitoring and supporting the personal and academic needs of your tutor group. /li liThis post receives 20% of the teaching timetable as PPA time (8/40 periods of 40 minutes) during which staff may be asked to cover for absences when needed. /li /ul pPlease note that for non‑tutors, this equates to 6/40 periods /p h3Teaching Responsibilities /h3 ul liIdentifying clear teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed /li liSetting engaging tasks which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest /li liEstablishing high expectations of all pupils /li liProviding regular verbal and written feedback and setting clear targets, building on prior attainment and encouraging reflection to improve learning /li liIdentifying SEN pupils (including high achievers) and ensuring their needs are met and that learning tasks are differentiated accordingly /li liProviding clear structures for lessons by setting clear objectives and maintaining pace, motivation and challenge /li liMaking effective use of assessment and ensuring coverage of topics, yearly objectives and exam syllabi /li liEnsuring that teaching strategies are used to maximise the quality and quantity of learning which takes place in the classroom /li liMonitoring and intervening to ensure effective learning and high standards of behaviour /li liEnsuring pupils acquire new learning and are also given ample opportunities to consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subject taught /li liEvaluating your own teaching critically to improve effectiveness and encouraging pupils to reflect and give feedback on their learning experience in your subject /li /ul h3Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting /h3 ul liAssess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects of teaching /li liRegularly review and correct pupils' work and set targets for progress /liliAssess and record pupils' progress systematically and keep records to check work is understood and completed in order to monitor individual progress and inform future planning /li liDevelop and apply clear criteria to when awarding grades and attainment levels to pupils /li liCarefully prepare and record data to be included in pupil progress reports and to present to parents when required at formal parent consultations and in any other meetings arranged to address academic issues /li /ul h3Pastoral Care and Safeguarding /h3 ul liEffectively assist in the role of a form tutor when needed, attending to the pastoral needs of an allocated forms group /li liMonitor the welfare and general well‑being of all students /li liCarry out termly reviews and set targets to improve progress, supported by the tutor and associate tutor /li liAddress any pupil concerns by referring to the form tutors and/or Key Stage Leader /li liPromote the school values and encourage and ensure compliance with school rules /li liAccurately record attendance and punctuality data and report any concerns to the Key Stage Leader/Head of Secondary /li liAssist with the preparation and delivery of the PSHE curriculum as directed by the Head of Secondary /li liHelp to plan and participate assemblies during the school year /li liImmediately report any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead or a member of the safegue¡arding team via the school Myconcern platform /li /ul h3Operational Responsibilities /h3 ul liAdhere to and promote school policies and procedures, e.g. Behaviour for Learning, Anti‑bullying, Health Safety, Safeguarding etc. /li liWork with fellow members of staff by sharing ideas on good practice /li liKeep up to date with developments in teaching practice and methodology /li liShare playground and lunchtime duties and responsibilities with other members of the team /li liParticipate in continued professional development /li liBe an active member of the school community to support its vision, school values and its dedication to constantly “getting better” and promoting amazing learning opportunities /li /ul h3Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience /h3 ul liQualified Teacher Status (PGCE or BEd or equivalent) /li liDegree level education or an equivalent professional qualification /li /ul h3Essential Knowledge, Skills and Competencies /h3 ul liA real passion for your specialist subject and a desire to constantly improve their pupils’ learning experience /li liThorough knowledge of your subject curriculum in Key stages 3‑5 /li liKnowledge of a wide range of strategies to engage pupils and cater for a wide range of learning needs /li liExperience of preparing pupils for official external examinations (IGCSE and /or A Level) /li liA willingness to be flexible and adapt to the ever‑changing needs of the school and its pupils /li liEnthusiasm and commitment to the successful development of your subject department /li /ul h3ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles /h3 pISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. /p h3ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging /h3 pISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high‑performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio‑economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr