Key Stage 2 Teacher - Oakmeadow Primary School

KEY STAGE 2 TEACHERRECRUITMENT PACKDecember 2024oakmeadowprimary.co.ukSY3 0NU oakmeadowceschoolMeet our HeadteacherSamantha HillHeadteacherChristian values run as a thread through our learning and teaching and collective worship forms an important part of our daily life.While we recognise the importance of achieving high standards here at our school, we are truly passionate about developing the whole child - pupils who are emotionally resilient, empathetic and caring and positive contributors to society - and have designed our curriculum so that it provides the opportunity to do this. We are a fully inclusive Christian learning community where we believe all children have the right to achieve their potential and so we plan carefully to support and challenge them to do so. Thank you for showing an interest in our school, we hope to meet you soon to come and see what we offer - we know you will love it as much as we do!On behalf of all the children, staff and Governors we would like to thank you for showing an interest in a post here at Oakmeadow CE Primary & Nursery School.At Oakmeadow, we are very proud of our pupils, our staff and to be a part of our local community of Bayston Hill. We are a large Church of England primary and nursery school of 480 pupils and I feel incredibly privileged to spend my days with a diverse mixture of children and adults, all wonderful and unique. At Oakmeadow we are committed to ensuring we are a place where together all children dream, grow and achieve - a place where they experience 'life in all its fullness' (John 10:10)We are a values based school and this ethos of celebrating difference, promoting positive relationships and developing the whole child, enables pupils of all needs to thrive. We work hard all through the year in our charity fundraising so we can actively contribute to our wider community and daily we reflect in our assemblies and worship how we can continue to improve ourselves and our world. oakmeadowprimary.co.uk2Job description We offer• An ambitious and exciting curriculum and learning experience for our young people.• Excellent professional learning and support at every stage in your career, with opportunity for continued personal development through our Talent Pathway Career development opportunities including funded NPQ qualifications.• An enthusiastic and supportive team of staff, parents and governors with shared values and aims• A core belief in staff wellbeing and work life balance for all, evidenced in policy and practice.• Benefits including funded counselling, physiotherapy and GP and other medical support.• Spacious and modern facilities both inside and out for the children to access to support their learning.• Research and evidence based practice to ensure the best possible outcomes• The most wonderful pupils to work with!Post titleTeacher KS2SalaryM1-M6 (dependent on experience)Hours of work1 FTE Post statusMaternity coverPurposeTo deliver quality first teaching that gives every child the skills to achieve to their full potential, working in partnership with parents and the school to establish a supportive and nurturing learning environment in which all children make excellent progress. Why this role above others?An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a dedicated, reflective teacher, who is confident that they have outstanding practice, to join our enthusiastic, hardworking team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our mindful, passionate, and energised school, which is committed to research, learning, and giving our best.This role will require an outstanding individual who has the potential to lead, develop and support effective practice for pupils and can ensure rapid progress in line with the schools' expectations.Any questions in regards to the role can be raised with Helen Morris, Deputy Head, ahead of the closing date: Tuesday 7th January [email protected] oakmeadowprimary.co.uk3Responsible to:Headteacher Outline of role and main duties:• To teach in a Key Stage 2 classroom. Teaching and learning• Excel in the Teaching Standards.• Maintain behaviour for learning, in accordance with the school's procedures.• Encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, • To contribute to planning and development of the curriculum for the standards of work and homework.year group. • Contribute to the development of schemes of work, assessments, • To be part of a Key Stage team and undertake the responsibilities resources and displays.desired. • Keep up to date with marking, assessments and data entry.• To create a secure, happy and stimulating classroom environment, maintaining the highest standards of organisation. • Keep an accurate teaching record.• Strive to develop the quality of pupils' personal and interpersonal skills• Develop and deploy resources efficiently and effectively• To make appropriate educational provision for children with SEN and those learning EAL, with support from the SENCo.• To be accountable for the management of all other staff members • Promote the school values and aims and those of the Marches present within the classroom setting Academy Trust.Curriculum development• Contribute to the team responsibility for a subject or aspect of the school's work and develop plans which identify clear targets and success criteria for its development and/or preservation.• Contribute to whole school's development activities.Standards and quality assurance• Uphold cohort, school and Trust procedures, policies and plans.• Represent the cohort in school development activities.• Attend Key Stage, Year Team meetings and events to fully support the cohort, the school and the Multi-Academy Trust.oakmeadowprimary.co.ukoutside agencies.• Attend relevant CPD and meetings within the Trust and with 44Developing self and leading others:• Take responsibility for own professional development including maintaining an up to date knowledge of developments and related legislation including engaging fully in performance management of self and other staff (if applicable) • Contribute to effective staff induction and professional development • Manage own workload, providing support where necessary and delegating where appropriate to ensure that professional duties are fulfilled, as identifiedCommunity responsibilities:• Effective dialogue with parents in accordance with school policies.• Attend and support community events as required.In addition to the above all Marches Academy Trust staff are required to:• Adhere to policies and procedures, including Equality and Diversity and Health and Safety.• Respect confidentiality: all confidential information should be kept in Objectives and outcomes:confidence and not released to unauthorised persons.• Undertake appropriate training and development as required.• To be agreed with the successful post-holder once appointed.• The duties may be varied to meet the changing demands of the school at • Participate in the Performance Review Cycle.the reasonable discretion of the Headteacher.• Demonstrate excellent relationship skills in dealing with all stakeholders.• The post holder may have opportunities to work in other schools within • Ensure positive effective working relationships with the school teams, stakeholders and partners.The Marches Academy Trust.oakmeadowprimary.co.uk5Person specificationEssential• Qualified teacher status. • A commitment to personal professional development and the professional Qualifications and trainingdevelopment of others. Desirable• Evidence of recent professional development. • Experience of teaching in Key Stage one or Two.Experiencerole in their child's learning and development. • Demonstrate strategies which encourage parents and carers to support their vital • Able to demonstrate use of innovative ways of teaching. • Knowledge and understanding of Key Stage 2 assessment.• A range of behaviour and classroom management strategies. • Knowledge of the statutory requirements and other relevant legislation relating to child protection procedures and safeguarding. Knowledge•In depth knowledge of the curriculum and assessment. • Committed to achieving potential in the "whole child" including spiritual, physical, social and emotional development. oakmeadowprimary.co.uk6Person specificationEssentialDesirable• Uphold and maintain the aims and philosophy of the school. • Committed to being involved in all aspects of school life. • Possess the understanding and ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with all members of our school team (colleagues, pupils, parents, governors and others who contribute to the work of the school). • Good interpersonal skills and be an effective communicator. • The ability to organise and manage work effectively. • Demonstrate good ICT skills. • To promote the school's Christian values and ethos and be a good role model to pupils, parents and staff. • Demonstrate good initiative and honesty. • Willing to participate in school activities • Be trustworthy, reliable and enthusiastic. out of hours. SkillsPersonal qualitiesIn addition to candidates' ability to perform the duties of the post, the interview will also explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children including: • Motivation to work with children and young people• Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people• Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviour, and • Attitudes to use of authority and maintaining disciplineoakmeadowprimary.co.uk7Welcome from the CEOThis is a high achieving Trust that is imaginative and creative in its approach to teaching and learning and is keen to look for continued sustained improvement. Our vision 'Achievement through Caring' is central to all that we do at The Marches Academy Trust. Our schools are, innovative and striving to ensure that young people make the very most of their ...