Job description
Transition Teacher
Salary: £30,000 - £46,525 per year
Location: Basingstoke
Start Date: September 2 nd
Full-time, Long Term
GSL Education is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Transition Teacher for a Secondart School in Basingstoke. The selected candidate will be responsible for supporting students during their transition from primary to secondary school, ensuring a smooth and positive changeover. This role involves close collaboration with the Year 7 Transition Phase Director and members of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to ensure the vision and ethos of Ebor Academy Filey are effectively integrated into all aspects of school life. The school prioritizes fostering a supportive environment where students can develop confidence, resilience, and a love for learning.
Responsibilities:
* Work closely with the Year 7 Transition Phase Director and members of SLT to ensure the visions and ethos for the Ethor 7 are effective and pertinent to all aspects of school life.
* Be an outstanding practitioner and carry out the functions of a teacher in accordance with the teaching standards and the stated aims and objectives of Ebor Academy Filey.
* Establish good working relationships and encourage good working practices.
* Support and promote the ethos of the school.
* Plan and deliver creative and stimulating transition lessons.
* Ensure the appropriate literacy, numeracy, and SEN support is in place for students.
* Plan work in accordance with the curriculum area programme of study and ensure it addresses the personalised learning needs of every student.
* Liaise with relevant colleagues on the planning units of work for collaborative delivery.
* Take account of students’ prior levels of learning and achievement and use them to set targets for future improvements and in daily planning.
* Secure progress towards students’ targets and reward achievement.
* Set high expectations for students’ behaviour by establishing a purposeful working atmosphere in accordance with the behaviour policy.
* Maintain positive relationships.
* Ensure parents are well informed about the curriculum as well as their child’s progress and targets.
Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
* Teaching certification or qualification (, PGCE, QTS).
* Previous experience working with students in a transition phase, preferably from primary to secondary education.
* Strong understanding of the challenges and needs of students during transition periods.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to build rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
* Collaborative team player.
* Updated DBS.
Skills:
* Ability to create engaging and supportive transition programs.
* Strong organisational and time-management skills.
* Effective classroom management.
* Problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Empathy and understanding towards student needs.
* Passion for supporting student development and well-being.
To work with GSL Education as a Teacher, you should:
* Have the right to work in the UK.
* Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
* Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL
Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
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