Primary Teacher - KS1

Seva School; Coventry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Seva School in Coventry is seeking a dedicated teacher to deliver lessons aligned with the National Curriculum and school policy. You will develop Schemes of Learning and work with colleagues to create engaging learning units while differentiating for all pupils.

The role involves maintaining accurate records, providing constructive feedback, and contributing to enrichment programmes. You will collaborate with support staff and engage in ongoing professional development to support pupil progress

Qualifications

• Applicants must deliver lessons in line with the National Curriculum where applicable.
• Develop Schemes of Learning in line with school policy.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons to ensure progress towards learning objectives.
• Liaise with colleagues to prepare learning units and adapt material for diverse learners.
• Support enrichment activities and extra-curricular opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of attainment, attendance and learning plans.
• Assess and provide feedback on student work within policy.
• Prepare progress reports during the assessment cycle.
• Liaise with parents on pupil progress as needed.
• Work with SENDCO and Learning Support Department as required.
• Support enrichment programmes across year groups.

Skills

Professional conduct

Punctuality

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Support the aims and ethos of the school as defined on the school website, in the staff handbook and in the school prospectus
• Act as a positive role model in terms of professional appearance, conduct, punctuality and attendance
• Maintain a purposeful and calm atmosphere in the classroom, upholding and applying agreed policies and practice for learning, behaviour and uniform in a consistent, firm and non-confrontational manner
• Take responsibility for professional development and progression, making full use of opportunities and training provided by the school
• Attend team and staff meetings as appropriate, contributing positively and actively whenever possible
• Market the school positively, including attendance at open evenings and other events as required

Teaching and Learning

• Carry out teaching duties in accordance with the school's expectations and in line with the National Curriculum (where applicable) and with public examinations specifications
• Develop Schemes of Learning as required by wider school policy and expectations
• Plan and deliver lessons and other learning activities in accordance with the school's Teaching and Learning Policy, ensuring that all pupils make progress towards clear learning objectives/outcomes
• Liaise with other colleagues to prepare and deliver units of learning in a collaborative way
• Work closely with teaching and other support assistants in ensuring that suitably differentiated material and learning pathways are provided to challenge all pupils
• With other colleagues, set appropriate aspirational targets for student attainment based on prior data
• Set work for pupils absent from lessons in line with the school's policies
• Contribute to the school's timetabled Enrichment programme with all year groups

Assessment, Recording & Reporting

• Maintain rigorous and accurate records, including pupils' attainment, attendance, home learning (including homework), behaviour and outline lesson plans
• Assess and return work (in line with the school's Teaching, Learning, Assessment & Feedback Policy) on a regular basis, including feedback for improvement for each student
• Write reports on pupils when required within the school's assessment cycle and additional "round robin" reports when requested
• Provide and input academic progress data in accordance with the school's assessment cycle; analyse that data and use it to inform planning, teaching and other interventions as required
• Carry out suitable evaluation and analysis of examination results and performance at the beginning of the academic year and agree actions as necessary, including the production of appropriate action plans
• Liaise in a timely way with individual parents on pupils' progress as necessary and reasonable, including attendance at consultation evenings and parents' meetings
• Work within the code of practice relating to Disability and Special Educational Needs, liaising as necessary with teaching assistants, the SENDCO and the Learning Support Department

Support for the School and Trust

• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security and confidentiality, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person
• Recognise own strengths and areas of specialist expertise and use these to advise and support others
• Support the School's mission statement, vision and strategic objectives
• Responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons that the postholder is responsible for or comes into contact with

Additional Duties

• To play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its vision and ethos and to encourage and ensure pupils follow this example
• To provide and support appropriate extra-curricular activities to provide opportunities for pupils to excel outside their classroom activities
• To continue personal professional development
• To engage actively in the performance management process
• To undertake any other duty as directed by the Senior Leader Team

Team and Culture

• A supportive, values-led school community rooted in kindness, respect and inclusivity
• A strong ethos of professional trust, teamwork and collaboration
• Opportunities for high-quality CPD, coaching and career progression within a growing Trust
• A well-structured induction programme for new staff
• Access to enriching extracurricular and leadership opportunities
• A culture that prioritises wellbeing, respect and a positive working environment
• Committed leadership focused on continuous improvement and staff development
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in a diverse, dynamic school that champions aspiration and the common good

Further information is available on our website: https://www.sevakeducationtrust.org