Middle School Teacher (Maternity Cover)

SAFEGUARDING

St John’s Beaumont is committed to ensuring the safety of its pupils and as such any successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check (including Barred List check) by the (DBS) Disclosing and Barring Service. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people as its number one priority. Robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures operate throughout the School. Please note that online searches may be performed on shortlisted candidates, including social media accounts.

JOB PURPOSE

St John’s Beaumont is undergoing a transformational period in its history. The Governing Council recently announced that St John’s would be co-educational in the Pre-Prep from September 2023, and girls have joined the Middle School this term.

Having recently embarked upon the High Performance Learning (HPL) programme (https://www.highperformancelearning.co.uk/), a recent review of the curriculum determined that our pupils’ creativity should be a focus for development.

The Middle School at St John’s (Years 3-5) is in the heart of the school both physically and pedagogically, where pupils experience the benefits of learning alongside a class teacher for core subjects and have the opportunity to explore the wider curriculum with specialist subject teachers.

Our intention is for pupils to transition to the Upper School with the learning skills and self-awareness necessary to become independent and adaptable learners. This means that lessons and activities are planned that encourage pupils to take risks in their learning and think creatively through reflection, resourcefulness, resilience and teamwork. Teachers also model this approach in their relationships and practice.

A strong emphasis is placed on pedagogical reflection and dialogue amongst teachers and a strong grasp of assessment pedagogy and high-quality pupil-feedback is crucial to providing the best possible educational outcomes for our pupils.

Creative writing and numeracy are particular strengths in teaching at St John’s and Middle School teachers each contribute to the culture of excellence that is prevalent in the department. An attitude of curiosity is promoted through high expectations across the curriculum that often create links between subjects and give a broader context to learning. Pupils engage in an outdoor curriculum and lessons often use the school grounds and facilities to enhance learning.

The wellbeing of pupils and staff has a particular focus. Teachers take the time to get to know the whole child, noticing their contribution to school life and supporting them to grow pastorally. Teachers take initiative and show leadership in the growth of school and its spiritual life. Honest, open and caring relationships with pupils, their families and colleagues are based on nurturing the virtues of the Jesuit Pupil Profile.

Role specification:

•       Start Date: October 2024 (fixed-term, maternity cover)

•       Working hours: Part-time, 3 ½ days per week

•       Salary: Depending on experience.

Role Overview:

Job Description:

·        To be a class teacher to group of Middle School Pupils, primarily Year 5.

·        To teach Mathematics, English, Science & PSHE to their own class.

·        The ability to teach French to all KS2 classes (Year 3 to Year 5) would be an advantage.

·        To support fully the School’s aim to provide a relevant and stimulating syllabus that will inspire and motivate pupils.

·        To maintain a professional interest in academic research relevant to a KS2 teacher and to engage and motivate the pupils.

·        To plan, prepare and teach engaging lessons that ensure all pupils make excellent progress.

·        To raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the Middle School and monitor and support student progress.

·        To regularly assess the progress of the class using both formative and summative methods, including setting examinations where appropriate for pupils in the Middle School.

·        To provide parents with timely and accurate information on their child’s progress. This would include preparing school reports and attendance at all appropriate Parents’ Evenings.

·        To ensure that all books are marked regularly and that the School’s Assessment Policy is maintained rigorously through the academic year.

·        To provide accurate transfer information at the end of the academic year to relevant teachers.

·        To liaise with the SEND department to deliver effective learning provisions for pupils who are experiencing mild special educational needs and follow an IEP for pupils, if appropriate.

·        To act as a positive role model and promote the aims, values and ethos of St John’s Beaumont School and uphold all rules and policies.

·        To deliver school assemblies on a spiritual or specific subject theme, as and when invited to do so by the Headteacher.

·        To work collaboratively with staff to develop whole-department policies.

·        To organise, in conjunction with parallel teacher and Heads of Department, termly trips for pupils in your year group with a specific curricular focus.

·        To supervise the pupils during mealtimes.

·        To support fully the life of a Roman Catholic school.

·        To cover for absent colleagues, on occasion, during non-contact periods.

·        To coach or assist with pupils’ games where appropriate and where the timetable and other commitments permit.

·        Attend and actively contribute to wider school life, including parents’ evenings, open days and other events as required by the Headteacher.

·        To attend meetings and courses and keep up to date with current educational issues and ensure that appropriate INSET courses are attended.

Please see full task list and further details in the candidate information pack.

HOW TO APPLY

Please contact Miss Francesca Purdie in the Bursar’s office bursarsoffice@sjb.email for an application form.

CLOSING DATE

Closing date: Monday 14th October 2024 at 10.00am.

We reserve the right to close the application deadline early and make an appointment before the closing date, and therefore early applications are encouraged.