Language Support Teacher

Education Authority (Northern Ireland); Newry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) is seeking a qualified teacher to support pupils, including those for whom English is not their first language, using effective classroom strategies and digital tools to enhance learning. You will work to develop language and communication skills, while ensuring inclusive teaching practices and safeguarding standards are met.

The role requires registration with GTCNI and a commitment to shortlisting criteria, with a focus on evidence-based practice and

Qualifications

• Hold a teaching qualification which meets the requirements for recognition to teach in grant-aided schools in Northern Ireland.
• Experience of using a range of effective classroom strategies to provide support and challenge pupils of all abilities.
• Demonstrable experience of using digital media/technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post.

Skills

Effective teaching

Inclusive learning environment

Teamwork

Communication with parents

Education

Teaching qualification (GTCNI eligible)

Tools

Digital classroom tools

Job description

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant.
• You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise.
• The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
• Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form.
• Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.
• In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.

NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS

• You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant.
• You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise.
• The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
• Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form.
• Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role.
• In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.

SECTION 1 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Factor

Essential Criteria

Method of Assessment

Qualifications/ Professional Membership

Qualifications must be obtained at the closing date for completed applications;

Hold a teaching qualification which meets the requirements for recognition to teach in grant-aided schools in Northern Ireland

Shortlisting by Application Form

Experience

• Minimum of 1 years’ demonstrable paid experience of teaching pupils for whom English is not their first language to achieve positive learning outcomes
• Demonstrable experience of using a range of effective classroom strategies to provide support and challenge children and young people of all abilities, with particular focus on developing pupils' language and communication skills.
• Demonstrable experience of using digital media/technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Shortlisting by Application Form

Other

• Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post
• Pre-Employment Check

SECTION 2 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.

Factor

Essential Criteria

Method of Assessment

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Northern Ireland Curriculum
• Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection policy/practice
• Knowledge of intervention strategies and approaches to develop children's vocabulary, language and ability to communicate.
• Knowledge of a range of teaching strategies to meet the learning needs of pupils
• Knowledge of Information Technology systems such as digital classroom tools/media and the use of tablets/mobile technologies, particularly packages used to develop pupil's communication skills.
• Knowledge of current assessment methods to inform teaching
• Knowledge of how to organise a language rich experience for pupils who need help with communication.

Interview

Skills / Abilities

• Effective teaching and classroom management skills to inspire and challenge pupils to raise achievement
• Proven ability to provide a supportive, inclusive learning environment
• Ability to use initiative, solve problems and be flexible
• Ability to work collaboratively to promote positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and the wider community
• Ability to work as an effective member of a team, and to motivate self and others

Interview

Values Orientation / Identification with School Ethos

Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the School’s Values/ethos. You will find information about our Values/ethos on the school's website.

Interview

SECTION 3 - DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Factor

Desirable Criteria

Method of Assessment

Qualifications And Experience

• Demonstrable experience of teaching pupils to develop their language and communication skills.
• Demonstrable experience of assisting with the delivery of lessons for small groups of pupils in a school environment to improve outcomes.
• Demonstrable experience of teaching children in withdrawal groups to support learning
• Demonstrable experience of team teaching and / or working in a job share situation.
• Shortlisting by Application Form

DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’.

In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.