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KS2 Teacher – Primary School – Slough

Job Details

SectorPrimary School
Job RoleKS2 Teacher
ContractPermanent
Job TypeFull Time
Working PatternFull Time
SalaryCompetitive
LocationBerkshire, Slough

Overview

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time

Salary: Competitive

Location: Slough, Berkshire.

Are you an enthusiastic and knowledgeable practitioner eager to make a positive difference in children’s lives? We are seeking a dedicated Key Stage 2 teacher to join a small primary school in Slough. The school is dedicated to providing an excellent education grounded in Islamic values. They seamlessly blend the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum with essential Islamic teachings, and are committed to nurturing well-rounded students who excel academically and develop strong moral character.

Key Responsibilities

  • - High Standards: Ensure equality of opportunity while achieving exceptional standards in teaching and conduct.
  • - Inclusive Environment: Create a positive classroom atmosphere that fosters participation and respect.
  • - Diversity and Equality: Commitment to promoting cultural diversity and equality in the classroom using various strategies.
  • - Engaging Lessons: Plan, prepare, and deliver creative and engaging lessons tailored to KS2 students' needs.
  • - Personal Development: Support children in building self-esteem and mutual respect.
  • - Behaviour Management: Deploy a range of effective strategies for maintaining discipline.
  • - ICT in Education: Leverage ICT tools to enhance both personal and pupil learning.
  • Assessment: Effectively assess, record, and utilize pupil progress to guide learning.
  • - Student Progress: Monitor and assess progress, providing constructive feedback to support development.
  • - Inclusive Teaching: Use a variety of methods to cater to diverse needs, including SEN and high-achieving pupils.
  • - Collaboration: Work effectively with learners, parents, colleagues, governors, and external agencies.
  • - Values: Be a good role model, uphold the school’s vision and ethos whilst respecting all members of the school and wider community.
  • - Safeguarding: Promote and safeguard the welfare of all students, adhering to statutory frameworks and school policies.

Skills and Experience

  • - Proficiency in planning and delivering age/ability-appropriate curriculum while aligning with school policies.
  • A strong commitment to fostering a focused, stimulating, safe and engaging learning environment.
  • Excellent behaviour management strategies to inspire and motivate learners.
  • Ability to differentiate teaching approaches for diverse needs, including SEN and high-achieving pupils.
  • High standards of literacy, with excellent communication and ICT skills.
  • Strong teamwork skills to contribute to the school’s collaborative ethos.

Qualifications

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
  • Experience teaching at the primary level, particularly in Key Stage 2.
  • A thorough understanding of the KS2 curriculum and assessment frameworks.
  • Ability to integrate Islamic values into teaching practices.
  • Experience with diverse learning styles, including EAL and SEN pupils.
  • Evidence of professional development and a commitment to personal growth.
  • Current First Aid certification,
  • Current Safeguarding certification.
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
Desirable
  • Experience working in an Islamic school or a similar environment.
  • Knowledge of Arabic and/or Islamic Studies.

Other Requirements

  • Commitment to continuous professional development.
  • Physically able to carry out the requirements of the role.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts as needed.
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)*.
*This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and does require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

Job URL: https://placingpeopledirect.co.uk/job/ks2-teacher-primary-school-slough/