Teacher - Primary - Foundation Stage (Part Time)

Education Authority; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic educational environment as a Primary Teacher, where you will inspire and guide young learners. This role involves planning engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and promoting well-being in a supportive atmosphere. You'll collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and participate in staff development initiatives. The position offers the chance to make a real impact on students' lives while ensuring a safe and inclusive classroom. If you're passionate about education and committed to fostering a positive learning experience, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching Foundation Stage, supporting diverse learners.
• Must be registered with GTCNI before starting.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing courses and lessons tailored to pupils' needs.
• Assessing, recording, and reporting on pupils' development and progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Inclusive teaching

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Recognized teaching qualification for Northern Ireland

Tools

IT systems

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Primary

REPORTS TO: Principal

Professional Duties of a Teacher

Regulations

(NORTHERN IRELAND) 1987, Schedule 3, Regulation 5

1. Exercise of general professional duties
2. 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 without a fixed school assignment, under the reasonable direction of that board and of the principal of any school where required to work.

Exercise of particular duties

A teacher shall perform, in accordance with reasonable directions, such particular duties as may be assigned by the principal or the board.

Key Responsibilities

1. Planning

• Planning and preparing courses and lessons;
• Teaching pupils according to their educational needs, including setting and marking work;
• Assessing, recording, and reporting on pupils' development, progress, and attainment.

General

• Promoting the well-being of pupils;
• Providing advice on educational, social, and career matters;
• Making records and reports on pupils' personal and social needs;
• Communicating with parents and external bodies;
• Participating in meetings related to these areas.

Assessment/Reporting

• Providing assessments, reports, and references on pupils, ensuring confidentiality where necessary;

Staff Development

• Participating in staff development and performance reviews;
• Reviewing and improving teaching methods and programs;
• Collaborating on curriculum development and pastoral arrangements.

Discipline/Health and Safety

• Maintaining discipline and safeguarding health and safety;
• Participating in curriculum and administrative meetings.

Public Examinations

• Preparing pupils for examinations and assessing their performance;

Management Activities/Administration

• Contributing to staff recruitment, development, and management;
• Participating in curriculum, organizational, and pastoral management;
• Handling administrative tasks including supervision and resource management.

Working Hours and Days

• Availability for 195 days per year, with specific hours and break requirements;

Staff Cover

• Supervising pupils during teacher absences, with specific conditions based on school size;

Additional Notes

• This job description is subject to review and may include other duties appropriate to the grade;
• Post-holder must promote equality and good relations in accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998).

Person Specification

Notes for Applicants

• Demonstrate how you meet each criterion on your application;
• Criteria are assessed at shortlisting and interview stages;
• Shortlisting will prioritize essential criteria, with desirable criteria considered if needed.

Section 1 - Essential Criteria

• Qualifications: Recognized teaching qualification for Northern Ireland;
• Experience: Minimum 3 years’ teaching Foundation Stage within last 8 years, supporting diverse learners including those with SEN, and experience with digital media;
• Registration: Must be registered with GTCNI before starting.

Section 2 - Additional Essential Criteria

• Knowledge: Curriculum, safeguarding, SEND, assessment methods, IT systems;
• Skills: Classroom management, inclusive teaching, teamwork, problem-solving, communication;
• Values: Alignment with school ethos, as detailed on school website.

Section 3 - Desirable Criteria

• Additional experience such as teaching P1, working in job share, curriculum development, or extra-curricular activities;

Disclosure and Guidance

Applicants recommended for appointment involving regulated activity will require an Enhanced Disclosure, paid for by the applicant. Further info is available at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.

Applicant guidance notes and benefits info are accessible via provided links.

The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.