Teacher - Year 9 Base Class (General subjects)

Education Authority Northern Ireland; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Authority Northern Ireland is seeking a Post-Primary Teacher to join their dedicated team. The role involves planning, teaching and assessing students in line with educational regulations and promoting their overall wellbeing. As a key member of the educational staff, the teacher will also contribute to curriculum development and participate in staff training activities. This position is pivotal for maintaining high standards of education and youth development within the community.

Qualifications

• Professional duties as required; teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to plan and assess according to pupils' needs.
• Commitment to staff development and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Plan courses and lessons; assess pupil development.
• Maintain discipline and oversee health and safety.
• Participate in staff development and curriculum cooperation.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher PostPrimary

REPORTS TO: Principal

PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF A TEACHER

Regulations: 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 professional duties as required, including:

• if employed as a teacher in a school under the reasonable direction of the principal;
• if employed by a board not assigned to any one school, working under the direction of the board and the principal of any school where required.

2. Exercise of particular duties

Teachers shall perform duties reasonably assigned by the principal or the board, including planning, teaching, assessing, reporting, and participating in meetings.

3. Planning

Plan and prepare courses and lessons, teach according to pupils' needs, and assess and report on their development.

4. General responsibilities

Promote pupils' progress and wellbeing, provide advice, make records, communicate with parents and external bodies, and participate in meetings.

5. Assessment/Reporting

Provide assessments, reports, and references related to pupils.

6. Staff Development

Participate in staff development schemes, review teaching methods, and cooperate on curriculum development.

7. Discipline and Health & Safety

Maintain discipline and safeguard health and safety on school premises and during activities.

8. Public Examinations

Prepare pupils for public exams, assess, record, and supervise during exams.

9. Management & Administration

Contribute to staff recruitment, coordinate work, manage activities, and supervise pupils before, during, and after school.

10. Working hours and days

Available for 195 days/year, with specific weekly hours and breaks, as detailed in the original description.

11. Staff Cover

Supervise pupils in the absence of their teacher, with conditions based on school size.

This job description is subject to review and may include other duties as appropriate, promoting equality and good relations in accordance with legislation.