Caersws Primary School

Foundation Phase Teacher Part-time 3 days a week (0.6 FTE), job share Required from 1st September 2012 SCB0024

Foundation Phase Teacher Full-time post. Required from 1st September 2012 until, in the first instance, 31st December 2012. SCB0032

The Governing Body are seeking to appoint two highly motivated classroom practitioners to join the hardworking and successful Foundation Phase at our friendly and happy school.

Ideally we are looking, in each case, for a colleague who:  is a suitably qualified teacher  has high expectations of every child in the class  is able to work alongside colleagues, sharing information and good practice  is capable of having a positive impact on the development of every child in the school  is willing and able to be committed to the wider life of the school.

Candidates should clearly indicate on their application forms particular curriculum strengths and any relevant extra qualifications or experience in these areas. Visits to the school are welcome by appointment. Please contact the school office.

For both positions:  Closing date: 18th May  Interviews: 25th May

For application forms, please contact the Powys County Council Recruitment website online at www.powys.gov.uk, by email [email protected], or by telephone 01597 826409. Completed application forms should be returned to the school: Caersws Primary School, Maesawelon, Caersws, Powys, SY17 5HG. CYNGOR SIR POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Foundation Phase Class Teacher (Full time Temporary until, in the first instance, 31st December 2012)

Position Number: SCB0032

Directorate: Communication, Learning and Skills

Division/Section: Schools

Location/ Work Base: Caersws Primary School

Grade: Class teacher (MS or UPS, depending upon experience)

Accountable to: School Governors and the Headteacher

Accountable for: Class teaching responsibilities (see below)

Main Purpose of Post: o Foundation Phase full-time class teacher o Curriculum leader/co-ordinator in negotiated area(s). Our priority is to appoint an excellent class teacher. A willingness to help with extra-curricular clubs is desirable.

Principal Responsibilities:

1. School E thos o Uphold, and put into practice, the agreed vision and aims of the school; o Promote pupils’ well-being at all times; o Promote equal opportunities within a learning environment which is inclusive; o Ensure a high standard of physical and emotional care for all pupils; o Enhance pupils' moral, spiritual, social and cultural development in class and during school assemblies; o Promote good behaviour and mutual respect throughout the school; aim to instil self-discipline in all pupils; expect good behaviour and courtesy from all pupils; o Implement all whole-school policies and procedures, particularly those related to Child Protection; o Promote Welsh language development and pupils’ understanding of Wales, its heritage and culture; o Report on the welfare, social and personal needs of individual pupils and, where necessary, liaise with external agencies in consultation with the Headteacher.

2. Planning o Prepare long-term, medium-term and short-term curriculum plans, keeping abreast of the requirements of the Foundation Phase; o Produce weekly lesson plans to include all staff and evaluate pupil progress; o Identify the needs of pupils with Additional Learning Needs (SEN, MAT and EAL) within weekly lesson plans and differentiate tasks accordingly. Liaise regularly with the SENCO and take account of each pupil’s IEP.

3. Teaching and Classroom Organisation o Plan, prepare and deliver lessons which meet the needs of all pupils within the class; o Create a positive, orderly and stimulating classroom environment where pupils are challenged and expected to give of their best; o Have high expectations of all children and communicate this to them; o Familiarise pupils with classroom routines and responsibilities; o Mark work regularly and provide pupils with constructive feedback, orally and in writing, as appropriate; o Ensure that children's work is displayed to a high standard; o Make effective use of classroom resources and ensure that children use them carefully. Use school equipment carefully and store after use. Keep the school and classrooms tidy and organised; o Safeguard children's health and safety when they are in class, when they are on the school premises and during out-of-school activities; o Keep daily records of pupil attendance.

4. Assessment , Recording and Reporting o Use assessment for learning strategies to inform pupils of their ongoing progress and to help them set personal targets for improvement; o Maintain effective records of pupil attainment throughout the year and use to inform planning; o Assess and record pupils' progress and attainment at appropriate intervals throughout the school year and report individual attainment to the Headteacher; o Produce a full end of year report to parents.

5. Whole School Roles and Responsibilities o Contribute to whole school development planning and review; o Participate in staff/phase meetings which relate to curriculum development, professional development, administration, organisation and pastoral matters; o Lead curriculum areas within the school (as appropriate); o Lead class and phase assemblies/collective worship; o Support extra-curricular activities.

6. Staff Development o Take responsibility for continued professional development by attending INSET courses and meetings and participating in PLC projects; o Participate in performance management; o Review own practice in response to changes to pedagogy and developments in teaching, learning and assessment; o Oversee the work of teaching assistants assigned to the class.

7. Supervision and Cover o Carry out playground supervision and other supervision duties as arranged by the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher; o Comply with Health and Safety regulations (See below).

8. The Wider School Community o Develop and maintain good relationships with parents, governors and all members of the local and wider community; o Attend Parents’ Evenings; o Support school events arranged throughout the year; o Support, as far as possible, the Parents, Teachers and Friends Association.

9. Working Hours o Full-time classroom teachers shall be available for work 195 days a year, 190 of which will be teaching days; o Staff are expected to arrive at school in time to prepare resources, liaise with other colleagues and support staff, update themselves on the day’s events, also to see parents should the need arise.

Safeguarding This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to ISA Registration and a CRB Disclosure Check.

CRB Requirements

The following CRB clause is included within the job description, in line with Powys County Council’s policy.

Clause a) This position has a requirement for an Would be suitable for a position where Enhanced CRB Disclosure and ISA work may be carried out closely with registration as it is classed as children or vulnerable adults on a frequent Regulated Activity under the Vetting or intense basis. and Barring Guidance, 2009.

Welsh Language Competency Level Information

The following Welsh Language Competency clause is included within the job description, in line with Powys County Council’s policy. Applicants are required to tick or highlight the level, from the list below, which reflects their Welsh Language competency.

Competency Definition level

No competency Very little or no knowledge of Welsh.

1 I can pronounce Welsh personal and place-names correctly, and I can give and respond to basic greetings on the telephone or in person.

2 I can communicate routine tasks requiring a simple exchange of information on familiar topics and activities. I can handle very short social exchanges, even though I can't usually understand enough to keep the conversation going myself.

3 I can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. I can enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar or pertinent to everyday life (e.g. family, hobbies, work).

4 I can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes interaction with native speakers possible. I can take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts.

5 I can take part effortlessly in any conversation or discussion and have a good familiarity with idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms. I can express myself fluently and convey finer shades of meaning precisely.

Health & Safety Requirements

The following Health & Safety clause is included within the job description, in line with Powys County Council policy

Clause b) To address health and safety policies Would be suitable for a post with and arrangements in a pro-active supervisory responsibility manner to ensure that a high standard of safe working practices are maintained

Equal Opportunities and Job Descriptions

The following Equal Opportunities clause is included within the job description, in line with Powys County Council’s policy.

Clause a) To abide by the principles and practice Would be suitable for a post with no of equality of opportunity as laid down in managerial or supervisory responsibility the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy

Prepared by Mr R Gardner, Headteacher Date 3rd May, 2012

See below for Person Specification

CYNGOR SIR POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Position Title: Foundation Phase Teacher (Full time temporary until, in the first instance, 31st December 2012)

Position Number: SCB0032

Directorate: Communication, Learning and Skills

Division/Section: Schools

Identified Attribute Essential Desirable (tick as appropriate) App Form Interview Test Exercise Experience

 Previous experience of Foundation Phase class √ teaching. .

Knowledge of

 The Foundation Phase Curriculum √  Skills across the curriculum √  Assessment for learning √  Assessment procedures and target-setting √  PSE and RE Frameworks √  ESDGC √  Provision for Wellbeing √  All aspects of curriculum development and √ pedagogy  Additional Learning Needs (including MAT) √

Registrations, Qualifications & Training

 Graduate qualifications √  PGCE or equivalent √  QTS (where applicable) √  Welsh language training √  Willingness to develop Welsh language skills √ whilst in post

Personal Qualities . Ability to support the aims and ethos of the school; √ . Contribute positively to the many and varied aspects of school life; √ . Have high expectations of oneself and of the children; √ . Create a well-organised, stimulating and attractive learning environment; √ . Be positive and well-motivated and convey this to the children; √ . Be energetic, enthusiastic, creative and innovative; √ . Ensure that all children are praised, encouraged and feel safe and valued; √ . Respect the work of others who work within the school community; √ . Work very effectively as part of a team; . Respect the school’s code of confidentiality; √ . Be able to establish and maintain √ very good relationships with children, √ parents, governors and members of the wider community; . Ability to promote inclusion and equal opportunities throughout the school. √

Safeguarding Requirements Enhanced CRB Disclosure and ISA registration as it √ is classed as Regulated Activity under the Vetting and Barring Guidance, 2009.

Skills  Excellent communication/literacy skills; √  Very good numeracy skills √  Very good I.T. skills √  Welsh Language skills √  Ability to lead and organise extra-curricular clubs √

Other Requirements  Please refer to the Principal Responsibilities √ section of the Job Description (above)