Primary Teacher

Responsibilities:

Set high expectations which inspire motivate and challenge pupils:

• Teach pupils across the age and ability range 
• Establish clear targets for achievement and evaluate progress through the use of appropriate assessments and take into account analysis of these data ∙
• Prepare, develop, and deliver teaching programs using materials and techniques which will engage and stimulate pupils of all abilities. 
• Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage them to respond to the feedback, reflect on progress, and take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their work and study. 

Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils: 

• Monitor the personal and social development, health, and welfare of each pupil  in the class 
• Have a thorough knowledge of all pupils in the class through data provided, and  contact with pupils, parents, and staff colleagues as appropriate 
• Be aware of the relevant curriculum for all pupils in the class and monitor the academic progress of pupils through their reports, studies, grades, and contact with other teachers. 
• Encourage and be aware of the involvement of pupils in the school’s extracurricular activities. 
• Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and prior knowledge. Plan to teach to build on these, demonstrating knowledge and understanding of pupils' learning. ∙
• Use an appropriate range of observation, assessment, monitoring, and recording strategies to set challenging learning objectives for pupils of all backgrounds, abilities, and dispositions and underpin good quality teaching and learning. 

Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge:

• Maintain a secure up-to-date knowledge of relevant subject areas through participation in training and development opportunities identified by the school or as an outcome of the appraisal process. 
• Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability of the pupils. ∙
• Set appropriate homework in line with school policy and the homework timetable. 
• Support the development of the pupils’ reading, writing, mathematics, and communication skills through the curriculum. 
• Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy including the correct use of spoken English at all times. 

Plan and teach well-structured lessons: 

• Contribute to the development of schemes of work.  
• Engage in short medium and long-term planning of lessons and sequences of lessons. 
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies relevant to the age and abilities within the group. 
• Plan and undertake enrichment and extension activities where possible to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired. 

Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils:

• Monitor the progress of groups to close any gaps between them. 
• Teach appropriately differentiated lessons that will enable pupils of lower ability to engage with the subject and learn effectively challenge and stretch pupils of higher ability. 

Make accurate and productive use of assessment:

• Use formative and summative assessment opportunities to maximize pupils’ progress. 
• Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, set homework, and plan subsequent lessons. 

Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment:

• Implement whole school strategies to support behaviour for learning. ∙
• Carry out morning afternoon and break time duties as directed.
• Establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies using praise,  sanctions, and rewards consistently and fairly. 
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively as necessary. 
• Be a positive role model and consistently demonstrate the positive attitudes,  values, and behaviour that are expected of pupils. 
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of all pupils within the school, raising any concerns following the school’s protocols and procedures. 

Fulfill wider professional responsibilities:

• Support the school’s Initial Teacher Training activity as appropriate.
• Take opportunities to develop professionally and share good practices to develop consistently high standards of teaching and learning. 
• Work collaboratively with our partner schools to support pupils’ transition. 
• Facilitate the work of support staff to enhance pupils’ progress. 
• Work collaboratively with parents and carers to support pupils’ progress. 
• Support pupils to develop wider key skills 
• Uphold all school and Creative Education Trust policies. 
• Attend and actively participate in meetings. 
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status 
• Degree

Experience: 

• Experience teaching at least 2-year groups within key stages 1 & 2

Knowledge and Understanding:

• Understanding of the KS2 Cambridge Curriculum and the National Common Entrance requirement of the Nigerian curriculum. 
• Ability to deliver well-planned and stimulating lessons across the curriculum and ability range 
• Knowledge and understanding of effective behavior management strategies and the ability to put  these into practice 
• Knowledge of what constitutes effective teaching and learning including different styles of learning 
• Evidence of planning, organization, implementation, assessment, and record keeping 
• Ability to support less able children and extend the more able 
• Knowledge of current  educational trends and initiatives 
• Knowledge of SEN Code of Practice

Skills:

• Consistently good KS1 & KS2 teacher 
• Ability to maintain an  orderly, attractive, and well-managed classroom 
• High expectations of pupils to do their very best and make significant progress 
• Ability to help pupils become independent learners 
• Competency in ICT and ability to use ICT across the curriculum 
• Well-organised and good communication skills 
• Ability to establish sound professional relationships with children, colleagues, parents and community

Equal Opportunities

• Commitment to Inclusion and diversity

Other Requirements

• Adaptability
• Flexibility
• Energy, enthusiasm and warmth 
• Hard working 
• A can-do attitude

Desirable Attributes:

• Evidence of  continuous professional development 
• Ambition to become a  middle leader
• Experience of teaching year 5 & 6 
• Teaching experience  across the whole primary age range 
• Experience in teaching and administering Key Stage 2 Statutory  Assessment 
• Experience in leading a subject area or phase
• Specific expertise and enthusiasm for planning and teaching a creative, cross-curricular approach 
• Understanding of strategies and methodologies for quality first teaching
• Willingness and ability to contribute to whole school development 
• Willingness and ability  to contribute to extracurricular activities

Remuneration: NGN 180,000 and above

Our community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake relevant safeguarding checks in line with safer recruitment guidelines.