Teacher of Maths

Job Description

Key qualities and skills:

• To be a credible teacher with a range of teaching experience
• To be able to lead learning so that lessons are engaging and relevant, enabling every child to make as much progress as possible
• To be able to develop positive working relationships with all members of the school community
• To be able to use initiative, be flexible, fun, proactive and positive

Core purposes:

• To promote our school to the local community to increase pupil numbers and reach our pupil numbers target
• To be accountable for ensuring that children are inspired, motivated and equipped to make as much progress with their learning as possible through ‘amazing learning’
• To work collaboratively with colleagues and families
• To have a positive impact on the work of the school

Key duties include:

All teachers-

• To ensure children are safe and well cared for at all times
• To plan and deliver creative and engaging lessons, ensuring that children are actively learning throughout each lesson
• To ensure effective communication and direct the work of others, as appropriate
• To lead CAS activities, participating and leading staff training and contributing to the establishment and development of the school community
• To comply with our agreed policies and Aquila Ways
• To actively engage with our school community e.g. through newsletters, informal dialogue, reporting, supporting school functions and contributing to community and marketing activities
• To actively participate in the performance management process of self and others
• As the schools grows all teachers will be involved in improving learning across the school as lead learners and subject leaders

In addition, the post holder will –

• Ensure teaching and learning are of the highest standard and personalised to specifically meet individual needs and the phase meets the school’s challenging targets for progress and attainment
• Ensure the school maintains a positive and respectful ethos
• Ensure the curriculum is inclusive and learner led, taking into account the cultural heritage of the school community and the local region
• Communicate with families about learning and other issues related to school