Sheffield City Council Children and Young People S Directorate

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOR TEACHERS

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S DIRECTORATE

This authority/school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

WHITEWAYS PRIMARY SCHOOL

POST TITLE – KS1 Phase Leader

MAIN PAY SCALE PLUS TLR 2a – value £2478 (Sept 09)

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To undertake a sustained responsibility in the context of the school staffing structure for the purpose of ensuring continued delivery of high quality teaching and learning for which the teacher is accountable.

RESPONSIBLE TO

The Headteacher/Senior Management Team

RESPONSIBLE FOR Leading the KS1 team in the development of the curriculum, management of resources and organisation that enables the delivery of high quality teaching and learning across the phase.

EMPLOYMENT DUTIES

To be performed in accordance with the provisions of the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and within the range of teachers’ duties set out in that document. SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S DIRECTORATE

MAIN SCALE TEACHER PLUS TLR2a – VALUE £2478

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Job Description should be read alongside the range of professional duties of Teachers as set out in Part X11 of the Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, sections 48 to 50. The postholder will be expected to undertake duties in line with the professional standards for qualified teachers and uphold the professional code of the General Teaching Council for England.

1. Lead and manage pupil development across the curriculum

 To provide strategic leadership for the development and management of Key Stage 1 within a whole school setting.  To identify areas for development and improvement linked to the school improvement plan and national and local initiatives.  To develop and monitor schemes of work for KS1 that link to those in adjoining phases in school and ensure successful implementation which meets curriculum requirements.  To have an overview of, and contribute to the planning and delivery of continuous professional development and training related to KS1.  To develop strategies to promote new teaching methods and improve learning throughout the school and monitor effectiveness in raising standards of teaching and learning.  To monitor and evaluate pupil progress in KS1.  To use ICT effectively in delivery of teaching and learning.

2. Impact on the educational progress of pupils other than the teacher’s assigned classes or groups of pupils

 To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils in KS1.  To identify clear, appropriate targets for attainment and/or achievement across the area of KS1.  To monitor and evaluate pupil progress and achievement against targets  To lead evaluation strategies to contribute to overall school self-evaluation  To contribute to the school procedures for lesson observation  To implement school quality procedures and to ensure adherence across the school 3. Leading, developing and enhancing the teaching practice of other staff

 To ensure the establishment of common standards of practice across KS1 in keeping with those across school and develop the effectiveness of teaching and learning styles.  To plan and implement strategies to improve teaching where needs are identified.  To provide induction, support and monitoring for new staff.  To act as a role model of good practice for other teachers, modelling effective strategies with them.  To act as a performance management team leader for identified teachers and support staff.  To ensure all staff in school are familiar with the aims and objectives of KS1.

4. Specific duties relating to this post

 To contribute to the work of the Leadership and Management Team in developing policies and strategies for school improvement.  To work in collaboration with other colleagues whose areas of responsibility impact on KS1 developments – e.g. Literacy, Numeracy, ICT, EAL, SEN and Assessment Co-ordinators.  To provide information for the Headteacher, SLT, governors and other external agencies when required about the school’s progress in KS1 and to evaluate the work of the team for action planning.  To effectively manage and deploy budgets and other resources to provide effective learning opportunities for all pupils.

5. The above duties are not exhaustive and the postholder may be required to undertake tasks, roles and responsibilities as may be reasonably assigned to them by the Senior Leadership Team.

6. To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

7. To take responsibility for the implementation of and compliance with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

8. This job description will be kept under review and may be amended via consultation with the individual, Governing Body and/or Senior Leadership Team as required. Trade union representation will be welcomed in any such discussions. February 2010

Whiteways Primary School

PERSON SPECIFICATION

TLR2a KS1 Leader

Essential Requirements Indicative method of assessment Qualifications  Qualified Teacher status Application Form  Evidence of participation in professional Application Form development or study

Experience  Substantial experience of successful Application Form/References teaching within KS1.  Experience of curricular leadership and management Application Form/References

Knowledge and Skills

 Knowledge of the National Curriculum Application requirements (KS1 + KS2) as well as the Form/Interview/References Early Learning Goals.  Understands and is familiar with Application Form and Interview teaching and learning strategies relevant to KS1.  Can demonstrate consistently good or Application Form, Reference & outstanding teaching and good pupil Interview progress  Relates to and motivates pupils Application Form, Reference & Interview  Understands and values the processes Application Form , Interview of planning and assessment as an aid to raising standards  Good classroom management Application Form, Reference & Interview  The ability to monitor pupil progress, use Application Form & Interview outcomes to inform planning and foster high expectations of pupil achievement.

Ability to Communicate Clearly  Good written and oral communication Application Form and Interview skills  Good presentational and ICT skills Application Form and Interview  Skilled in conflict resolution Application Form and Interview

Essential Requirements Indicative method of assessment Ability to lead a professional team and to develop and promote the school’s ethos and values within the school.

 Works well within and contributes to Application Form, Interview & team development and whole school References development.  To demonstrate an understanding of all Application Form & Interview cultural and social diversity and its impact on teaching and learning  Evidence of a commitment to an equal Application Form & Interview opportunities policy both in service delivery and employment  Be supportive and approachable to Application Form, Interview & children and parents. References  To be eager to learn from others and to lead learning. Application Form & Interview  Be a professional role model Application Form, Reference & Interview

Personal Qualities  Be enthusiastic and determined Interview  Able to work under pressure and Interview recognise and manage stress  Have flexibility, sensitivity and tact Interview  Commitment to professional Application Form and Interview development