Teacher - Special Educational Needs

Education Authority; Ballymoney; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join their team. This role involves developing engaging courses, assessing student progress, and promoting a positive learning environment. You'll play a vital role in shaping the future of young learners while participating in professional development opportunities. With a commitment to equality and good relations, this position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about education and ready to inspire the next generation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Develop courses and lessons while assessing and reporting on pupil development.
• Participate in staff development and review teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Promote pupil progress and well-being through effective teaching.
• Prepare pupils for public examinations and maintain order in the classroom.

Skills

Lesson Planning

Assessment and Reporting

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Professional Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Teaching Qualification

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Primary

REPORTS TO: Principal

PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF A TEACHER

TEACHERS’ (TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT) REGULATIONS

(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 not assigning them to a specific school, under the reasonable direction of the board and of the principal of any school where they may be required to work.

2) Exercise of particular duties

• (a) Teachers (not principals) shall perform, according to reasonable directions from the principal, such particular duties as may be assigned.
• (b) Teachers employed under paragraph 1(b) shall perform duties as directed by the board or the principal of the school where they work.

3. Responsibilities include:

1. Planning: Developing courses and lessons, teaching, assessing, recording, and reporting on pupils' development.
2. General: Promoting pupils' progress and well-being, providing advice, communicating with parents and external bodies, and participating in meetings.
3. Assessment/Reporting: Contributing to assessments, reports, and references for pupils.
4. Staff Development: Participating in staff development schemes, reviewing teaching methods, and engaging in professional development.
5. Discipline/Health and Safety: Maintaining order, safeguarding health and participating in relevant meetings.
6. Public Examinations: Preparing pupils, assessing, recording, and supervising during exams.
7. Management Activities: Contributing to staff appointments, managing work, and participating in curriculum and pastoral activities.
8. Hours of Work: Availability for 195 days/year, with specific hours and breaks as specified.
9. Staff Cover: Supervising pupils during teacher absence, with conditions based on school size.

This job description is subject to review and may include other duties as appropriate. The post-holder is expected to promote good relations and equality in accordance with legislation.