KS1 / KS1 Teacher (Yr 1 to Yr4)

The Manor is seeking to appoint a KS1 / KS2 (up to Y4) Form Teacher on a permanent, full time basis during term time and INSET days from September 2024. Until timetabling has been completed for the next academic year we are unable to confirm the year group for this role however it will be between Year 1 and Year 4. 

The successful candidate will show excellent pastoral care and will be fully committed to sharing The Manor School ethos.

JOB DESCRIPTION - KS1 Teacher (Yr 1 & 2)

To create a happy, stimulating atmosphere in the classroom so that children feel at ease in their surroundings and prepared to take an active part in what is going on.

To develop appropriate social skills and promote positive behaviour.

To follow a planned curriculum that will encourage children to develop physically, intellectually, socially and emotionally, both indoors and outdoors.

To make sure each child progresses at a rate in line with his or her ability.

To respond positively to children’s efforts, to praise their achievements and encourage individual progress.

To encourage children to be enquiring, to put their own effort into learning and so gain a true sense of achievement.

To ensure the approach to discipline is firm but kind. 

To welcome parents into the classroom and try to understand each child’s development in the context of his or her family.

To be accessible to parents during term time so that they can be guided on and reassured about their child’s progress.

To teach the class the main academic subjects, i.e. Mathematics, English, Science, History, Geography, Religious Education, Information and Communication Technology, and through these establish the basic skills of reading, writing and number.

To provide opportunities for the children to enjoy creative activities, i.e. Art, Design and Technology, Drama, Music and PSHEE.

To plan, with the parallel teacher/s, an appropriate curriculum differentiated for all abilities.

To meet colleagues each week to discuss and appraise what is being achieved and to plan ahead.

To follow units of study for the year and to review these regularly with the Subject Co-ordinators and Head of Subject.

To encourage the children to develop physical skills by working with specialist PE staff and taking part in physical activities and sporting events.

To create a lively, stimulating classroom environment through relevant displays of children’s work.

To arrange and go on topical educational visits with the class when these enhance the children’s learning and complete all the necessary paperwork using the school’s trip pack.

To keep a record of lessons planned and taught through each term.

To mark the children’s work thoroughly and systematically (see Marking Policy).

To keep records of individual academic progress in core subjects – bearing in mind the relevant attainment targets for the age group. Social and emotional development should also be recorded appropriately.

To be prepared to take on the role of a KS1 Subject Coordinator should the post arise and work with the Head of Subject and Head of Years 1 & 2 to oversee the planning, teaching and learning of this subject in KS1

To organise and direct a Class Assembly (in Year 1) or a year group play (in Year 2) with the parallel teachers annually

To prepare and lead a Year 1 and 2 assembly each term.

To organise and attend Parents’ Evenings (including Curriculum Evening in September and a Saturday Open day, typically in the Autumn Term).

To direct and guide support staff in their work with children.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Staff are expected to offer an extra-curricular activity (e.g. a club) each term, although this offer will not always be taken up, depending on the term’s overall extra-curricular programme.

Key Stage One Subject Co-Ordinator

To act as a Key Stage One Subject Co-ordinator (or possibly Whole School Head of Subject) for a subject if requested to do so. A separate financial allowance is paid for this.

JOB DESCRIPTION - KS2 Teacher (Yrs 3 & 4)

 To create a happy, enthusiastic and industrious attitude in the classroom.

To encourage children to put their own effort into learning and so gain a true sense of achievement.

To make sure each child progresses at a rate that is fair to expect.

Areas of Responsibility

To teach the class the main academic subjects i.e. Mathematics, English, Class Science, PSHEE (Learning for Life), History, Geography and Computer Studies or a specified Specialised Subject.

To follow schemes of work which have been laid down for the year and to review these regularly.

To encourage opportunities for the children to enjoy creative activities in and out of the classroom, i.e. Art, Design and Technology, Drama and Music.

To create a lively, stimulating classroom through relevant displays of children’s work.

To keep a record of lessons planned and taught through each term bearing in mind the aims and expectations of the National Curriculum.

To mark the children’s recorded work thoroughly and systematically (see Marking Policy).

To keep records of individual progress in core subjects, geography and history.

To meet with colleagues each week to discuss and appraise what is being achieved and to plan ahead.

To arrange and go on educational visits with the class when these are relevant to the class work. 

To write individual reports on each child twice in the year 

To be accessible to parents during term time so that they can be guided on and reassured about their child’s progress.

To organise and be present at Parents’ Evenings, to be at the Open Mornings and Parents’ Afternoons.

To attend in-service training days whenever they are held in school.

To attend Staff, Section and Subject Meetings when they are held.

To be prepared to go on day and residential courses if they are relevant to the work being covered in school.

To look after the pastoral/social welfare of each pupil.

To do extra duties as directed by the Deputy Head, e.g. Lunch or playground duties and/or After School Care.

To either organise Class Assemblies or help with the annual Year Group Play.

To take Section Assemblies when required.

For more information and to apply for this role, please download the Application Pack and Application Form which can be found below.

 https://www.manorprep.org/about-us/vacancies

The closing date for applications is 3pm Tuesday 7 May 2024

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 15 May 2024

The Manor Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone’s responsibility and staff are expected to attend regular training sessions and to follow the school’s safeguarding procedures 

Our Safer Recruitment process and procedures are in line with Safer Recruitment requirements and Keeping Children Safe in Education.

We are an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all sections of the community.