Early Years & KS1 Classroom Teacher 1.0FTE, Malmesbury

EYFS Lead & Class Teacher Main Responsibilities

• Leadand manage the EYFS team to deliver outstanding provision in line with the EYFSFramework
• Developand implement the EYFS vision and improvement priorities across NurseryandReception
• Monitorthe quality of teaching and learning within the phase and provide constructivefeedback and support
• Ensurestatutory requirements and safeguarding procedures are fully met
• Leadphase meetings and contribute to whole-school leadership and improvementplanning
• Supportrecruitment, induction and professional development of EYFS staff
• To developand review regularly the vision, aims and purpose for the designated whole-schoolsubject area, with overarching responsibility for pupils’ achievement andstandards across year groups
• To bea strong classroom teacher and to carry out the duties of a class teacher asset out by the school
• Tocontribute positively to the school community and its ethos
• Tobuild effective professional relationships with colleagues, parents, externalpartners and the wider community

Roles and Responsibilities

• Modelexcellent classroom practice and maintain high expectations for all pupils
• Planand deliver a broad, balanced and creative curriculum, including outdoorlearning
• Createan enabling environment/provision that meets the needs of all learners bothinside and outside
• Useassessment effectively to monitor progress and identify next steps for learning
• Promotehigh standards of behaviour, wellbeing and inclusion
• Ensurecontinuous provision supports high-quality child-led and adult-directedlearning
• Keepup to date with developments in early years education and implement bestpractice
• Promoteearly language, communication, phonics and personal development across thephase
• Ensureeffective support and provision for children with SEND and disadvantaged pupils
• Tounderstand how to assess pupils’ work in relevant subjects and curriculum areaswithin the EYFS Framework
• To managebehaviour effectively to ensure a safe and productive learning environment
• Tofollow the school’s policies and procedures consistently
• Towork well with parents, staff and other stakeholders
• Tomanage and use support staff and resources effectively within the classroom
• Tooversee and provide support for classroom displays
• Tomeet deadlines in a timely manner
• Tolead whole-school assemblies each week, as required by the Head
• To beon duty in the playground each week, as required
• To haveresponsibility as a subject lead across all year groups

Other Responsibilities

The lists above should not be seen as exhaustive, and the post holder may be asked to take on additional responsibilities related to the role of Class Teacher/EYFS & Subject Lead.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Essential: Leadership qualification such as NPQ
• Desirable: EYFS safeguarding qualification
• Knowledge and Understanding: Experience of working as a primary school teacher
• Essential: Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and early years child development
• Essential: Ability to teach and lead EYFS and adapt the curriculum to meet all needs
• Essential: Knowledge of statutory requirements on Data Protection, Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, and Safeguarding
• Essential: Ability to develop and contribute to a creative curriculum and to motivate and inspire pupils
• Essential: Understanding of and commitment to working as part of a team
• Essential: Proven ability to raise standards and improve outcomes
• Essential: Excellent understanding of child development and early learning
• Essential: Practising Roman Catholic or Christian
• Desirable: Experience of working in a Roman Catholic school

Communication

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing (Essential)
• Ability to teach a range of subjects across EYFS and Key Stage 1 (Essential)
• Ability to use technology effectively to support teaching (Essential)
• Ability to build positive professional relationships and lead others effectively (Essential)
• Ability to set high standards, inspire, motivate and support staff (Essential)
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and resolve conflicts (Essential)
• Ability to work well with staff and to manage resources effectively (Essential)

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about teaching and learning, committed to raising achievement for all pupils, able to prioritise tasks, willing to keep learning and striving for excellence (Essential)
• Ability to work well as part of a team, willing to be involved in the wider life of school (Essential)
• Open-minded, self-reflective, adaptable to new ideas, caring and able to show sensitivity when working with children, good interpersonal skills (Essential)
• Able to work with a high degree of autonomy as part of a small, hard-working team (Essential)
• A sense of humour and self-awareness (Essential)
• Desire to live by our School virtues, underpinned by love and kindness: respect, resilience, curiosity, peace, aspiration, serving and giving (Essential)

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