Teacher - Primary (Special Educational Needs)

TN United Kingdom; Antrim; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational authority in Antrim is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher with a focus on Special Educational Needs. The role involves planning lessons, assessing student progress, and ensuring the well-being of pupils. Ideal candidates will have a teaching qualification and a passion for fostering educational development.

Qualifications

• Planning and preparing courses and lessons.
• Teaching pupils according to their educational needs.
• Assessing, recording, and reporting on pupils' development.

Responsibilities

• Promoting the progress and well-being of pupils.
• Providing assessments, reports, and references on pupils.
• Maintaining discipline and safety in accordance with policies.

Skills

Teaching

Assessment

Planning

Communication

Education

Teaching Qualification

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Teacher - Primary (Special Educational Needs), Antrim

Client: Education Authority

Location: Antrim, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: bdea1c2cf75c

Job Views: 3

Posted: 15.05.2025

Expiry Date: 29.06.2025

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JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Primary

PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF A TEACHER

(NORTHERN IRELAND) 1987

Schedule 3

Regulation 5

1) Exercise of general professional duties

A teacher who is not a principal shall carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require:

• (a) if employed as a teacher in a school under the reasonable direction of the principal;
• (b) if employed by a board on terms under which he/she is not assigned to any one school, under the reasonable direction of that board and of the principal of any school where he/she may be required to work.

2) Exercise of particular duties

(a) A teacher (other than a principal) shall perform, according to directions from the principal, such particular duties as may be reasonably assigned.

(b) A teacher employed under paragraph 1(b) shall perform, as directed, duties assigned by the board or the principal of any school where he/she works.

3. Planning

1.1 Planning and preparing courses and lessons;

1.2 Teaching pupils according to their educational needs, including setting and marking work;

1.3 Assessing, recording, and reporting on pupils' development, progress, and attainment.

4. General

4.1 Promoting the progress and well-being of pupils;

4.2 Providing advice and guidance on educational and social matters and future careers;

4.3 Making records and reports on pupils' personal and social needs;

4.4 Communicating with parents and external bodies;

4.5 Participating in meetings related to these activities.

5. Assessment/Reporting

Providing assessments, reports, and references on pupils, avoiding conflicts of interest.

6. Staff Development/Professional Development

6.1 Participating in staff development schemes;

6.2 Reviewing teaching methods and participating in training;

6.3 Assisting in course development and assessment methods.

7. Discipline/Health and Safety

Maintaining discipline and safety in accordance with policies, and participating in related meetings.

8. Public Examinations

Preparing pupils for exams, assessing, and participating in examination arrangements.

9. Management and Administration

Contributing to staff recruitment, managing other teachers, and participating in curriculum and organizational activities.

10. Working Days/Hours

Full-time teachers are available for 195 days/year, with specific weekly hours and breaks outlined, including provisions for supervision and attendance.

11. Staff Cover

Supervising pupils during teacher absences, with specific conditions based on school size and teacher role.