JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Teacher - Post-Primary
REPORTS TO: Principal
Professional Duties of a Teacher
Regulations
(Northern Ireland) 1987, Schedule 3, Regulation 5
1. Exercise of general professional duties
2. A teacher who is not a principal shall carry out professional duties as required, under the reasonable direction of the principal or, if employed by a board without a specific school assignment, under the board's and principal's direction.
3. Exercise of particular duties
4. Teachers shall perform duties reasonably assigned by the principal or the board, including planning, teaching, assessment, and reporting, as well as participating in meetings.
Specific Responsibilities
1. Planning
2. Developing courses and lessons, teaching students, and assessing their development.
3. General
4. Promoting student progress, providing guidance, maintaining records, communicating with parents and external bodies, and participating in meetings.
5. Assessment/Reporting
6. Contributing to assessments, reports, and references for pupils.
7. Staff Development
8. Participating in staff development, reviewing teaching methods, and engaging in professional training.
9. Discipline/Health and Safety
10. Maintaining discipline and safeguarding health and safety of pupils.
11. Public Examinations
12. Preparing pupils for exams, assessing, and supervising during examinations.
13. Management Activities/Administration
14. Contributing to staff recruitment, managing colleagues, and participating in curriculum and pastoral management.
15. Work Schedule
16. Availability for 195 days/year, with specific hours and duties as specified, including supervision and attendance responsibilities.
17. Staff Cover
18. Providing cover for absent teachers as specified, with conditions based on school size and policies.
This job description is subject to review and may include additional duties. The post-holder is expected to promote equality and good relations in accordance with relevant legislation.
Person Specification
Notes to Applicants
* Applicants must demonstrate how they meet each criterion on the application form.
* Criteria include qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and values.
Essential Criteria
* Qualifications: Recognized teaching qualification, degree Level 6 in Science.
* Experience: At least 6 months teaching Science at KS3 & KS4, using diverse strategies and digital media.
* Registration: Must be registered with GTCNI before starting.
Additional Criteria (to be assessed during interview)
* Knowledge of NI Curriculum, safeguarding, SEND, IT, assessment methods.
* Skills in classroom management, inclusivity, teamwork, communication, and school ethos alignment.
Desirable Criteria
* Over 1 year's experience teaching A-level Science or related subjects, including extracurricular activities.
Criminal Background Disclosure
Post involves regulated activity; an Enhanced Disclosure will be required, with costs borne by the applicant.
Applicant Guidance
Guidance notes and benefits information are available via provided links. The EA is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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