Main Duties:


To take responsibility for planning and implementing appropriate work programmes for all pupils in the designated class, within the framework of national and school policies.
To support and drive the ethos, aims and values of the school.
To maintain and use assessment records and report on pupils’ progress to staff, and to parents and carers, in accordance with school... policy.
When required, to manage a Class/Teaching Assistant within the classroom.


Expectations:


To plan work for the class in accordance with national and curriculum policies and in cooperation with Heads of Department and the Headmaster, to ensure that the pupils experience a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating curriculum relevant to their age.
To follow and implement school policies and procedures.
To ensure that the learning experience matches the individual needs of the pupils in your class – giving each child an opportunity to achieve to the best of his/her capability.
To evaluate your teaching and use this evaluation to improve and develop teaching strategies.
To make appropriate educational provision for pupils with learning difficulties and for those children with EAL, with support from The Banda’s Learning Development Centre.
To create a secure, happy and stimulating environment, maintaining the highest standards of organisation and discipline.
To provide well-planned, creative and engaging learning experiences for pupils.
To maintain a high standard of display and a stimulating environment, in the classroom and in other areas of the school.
To play an active role in the general life of the school.
To work closely with colleagues and to provide long and medium term plans.
To assess pupils’ progress, maintain records and provide regular written reports to parents.
To communicate regularly and effectively to parents about pupils’ progress and attainment in a positive, professional and polite manner.
To ensure that the School’s aims and objectives in relation to the curriculum, equal opportunities and behaviour are promoted in everyday classroom organisation and practice.
To be committed to the School’s Continuing Professional Development programme.
To undertake required duties and attend regular staff meetings and INSETS, before, during and after school hours when required.
To assist, where necessary, in extra-curricular sporting, dramatic and musical events and activities.
To take reasonable care of school equipment, both on and off school premises.
To organise and take pupils on trips in a safe and secure manner, in accordance with school policies.
To liaise with colleagues from Key Stages 1 and 2, the Upper School and the Learning Development Centre.
To ensure confidentiality concerning pupils, parents, colleagues and school business.
To maintain professional levels of conduct and adhere to the School’s Code of Conduct for staff.


PERSON SPECIFICATION

The Year 1 & 2 Class Teacher needs to:


Be a fully qualified teacher with Key Stage 1 training and experience (QTS or have a valid TSC Certificate).
Have experience of working in British Curriculum schools.
Be able to build good relationships with pupils, parents and families.
Be able to build good relationships with colleagues.
Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment.
Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable.
Be proactive as a part of The Banda School staff team and possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school.
Be punctual and use preparation time appropriately.
Be a good communicator with adults and children.
Show good organisational skills.
Show a competent level of written English.
Be able to use ICT in teaching. Familiarity with using interactive screens and iPads is an advantage.
Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate or International Certificate of Child
Protection (ICPC).
Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils.
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Main Duties:


To take responsibility for planning and implementing appropriate work programmes for all children in the designated class, within the framework of national and school policies.
To maintain assessment records and report on pupils’ progress to staff, and to parents and carers, in accordance with school policy.
To manage a Class Assistant within the... classroom.


Accountabilities:


To plan work for the class in accordance with national and curriculum policies and in cooperation with Heads of Department, to ensure that the children experience a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating curriculum relevant to their age.
To ensure that the learning experience matches the individual needs of the children in your class – giving each child an opportunity to achieve to the best of his/her capability.
To make appropriate educational provision for children with learning difficulties and for those children with EAL, with support from The Banda’s Learning Development Centre.
Where possible, to make sure that the majority of children’s work is closely linked to firsthand practical experience in line with the EYFS/DfE guidance.
To provide children with opportunities to manage their own learning and become independent thinkers.
To create a secure, happy and stimulating environment, maintaining the highest standards of organisation and discipline.
To maintain a high standard of display, both in the classroom and in other areas of the school.
To arrange for resources, equipment and materials to be available in such a way that they are properly cared for, easily accessible and will encourage the children to become more responsible for their own learning.
To work closely with colleagues and to provide short and medium term plans and to fully implement the agreed schemes of work.
To assess children’s progress, maintain records and provide written reports to parents.
To communicate regularly and effectively to parents about children’s progress andattainment.
To ensure that the school’s aims and objectives in relation to the curriculum, equal opportunities and discipline are promoted in every day classroom organisation and practice.
To be committed to the school’s Continuing Professional Development programme.
To undertake required duties and attend regular staff meetings and INSETS, before, during and after school hours when required.
To organise and take pupils on field trips in a safe and secure manner, in accordance with school policies.
To work and liaise with colleagues from Key Stage 1, the Upper School and Learning Development Centre.
To ensure confidentiality concerning pupils, parents, colleagues and school business.
To maintain professional levels of conduct and adhere to the School’s Staff Code of Conduct.


PERSON SPECIFICATION


The Early Years Class Teacher needs to:
Be a fully qualified teacher with a valid TSC number and Nursery/Reception teaching experience
Have experience of working in British curriculum schools
Be able to build good relationships with parents and families
Be able to build good relationships with colleagues
Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment
Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable
Be pro-active as a part of The Banda Pegasus Early Years team
Be punctual and use preparation time appropriately
Be a good communicator with adults and children
Show good organisational skills
Show a competent level of written English
Be able to use ICT in teaching. Familiarity with using Interactive screens and iPads is important
Present a clean Certificate of Good Conduct
Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils
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The Head of the Early Years is expected to provide dynamic leadership of this section of the School, maintaining the highest possible standards and inspiring a team of committed staff which constantly strives to ensure that pupils receive the very best all-round education in order that they, in turn, can achieve their full potential. The Head of Early Years is required to:
Lead, develop and... inspire an excellent, committed, forward-looking teaching and support staff;
Enthuse and inspire pupils with the joy of learning and the thrill of exploration;
Work collaboratively with the Head of the Lower School and the Head to provide a quality all-round education for pupils in the local community;
Serve as the Designated Safeguarding
Lead for the Early Years and work closely with other DSLs on all matters regarding safeguarding.


S/he must be:


A progressive thinker with vision;
Caring, approachable, able to engage fully with pupils, parents and staff;
An excellent classroom practitioner who is committed to enabling every child to fulfil their potential in all areas;
A passionate believer in high quality Early Years provision with a clear understanding of the curriculum at these stages;
A team-builder with excellent communication skills, able to listen, consult and motivate;
A dynamic innovator who will lead from the front.
Be a fully qualified teacher with a valid TSC (Kenya) or TRN (UK) number, as well as Early Years training and experience
Be caring, approachable and able to engage fully with pupils, parents and staff
Be an excellent classroom practitioner who is committed to enabling every child to fulfil their potential in all area
Have experience of working in British Curriculum schools
Be a team-builder with excellent communication skills, who is able to listen, consult and motivate
Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment
Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable
Be a proactive and compassionate leaderas a part of both The Banda’s whole staff team and the Senior Leadership Team
Possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school
Be punctual and work effectively to deadlines
Be an excellent communicator with adults and children
Show organisational skills and leadership in behaviour, dress and speech
Lead by example and expect high standard in others
Display confidence in and possess a high level of written English
Be able to use ICT in teaching and administration
Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils
Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate
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