Teacher/ Year Group Leader - Full-time

Join our vibrant community at Shears Green Junior School, where we empower pupils to become the very best version of themselves. As a Class Teacher, you will play a crucial role in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons that inspire our diverse learners. You will assess and monitor pupil progress, adapting your teaching to meet individual needs while promoting high expectations.

What We Offer:

• Stunning Grounds: Work in a beautiful environment that enhances learning and well-being, including access to our school farm, where pupils can engage with animals and nature.

• Well-Being Benefits: Access to a well-being app offering counselling, GP services, and physiotherapy. Enjoy tea and coffee provided in the staff room, along with flu jabs to support your health and well-being.

• Flexible Working: Enjoy the opportunity to complete PPA from home and take a well-being day each year on a date of your choice, with additional time given for family events.

• Professional Development: Continuous professional development opportunities, including initial teacher training, apprenticeships, and access to NPQ courses. We provide training and resources to help you build your career.

• Kent Rewards: Benefit from various rewards and incentives.

• Career Progression: Opportunities for career advancement within our supportive environment.

• Guaranteed School Place: High priority for your child to attend primary school, with a guaranteed place at secondary school.

• Pension Plan: Secure your future with our pension plans, including the Teacher’s Pension and local authority pension.

Role Responsibilities:

As a Class Teacher:

• Teaching: Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the school’s curriculum and schemes of work.
• Assessment: Assess, monitor, record, and report on the learning needs, progress, and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment.
• Adaptation: Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils, setting high expectations that inspire and challenge them.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop and implement the school’s policies, practises, and procedures, supporting our vision and values.

As a Year Group Leader (for the right candidate):

• Leadership: Lead and manage the year group team, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across all classes.
• Curriculum Development: Oversee the development and implementation of the curriculum for the year group, ensuring it is inclusive and ambitious.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor pupil progress and attainment within the year group, using data to inform teaching practises and interventions.
• Support and Mentorship: Provide support and mentorship to fellow teachers within the year group, fostering a culture of professional development and collaboration.
• Communication: Act as a liaison between the year group and senior leadership, ensuring effective communication and alignment with school goals.

Join Us:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and are committed to professional growth, we invite you to apply and be part of our journey towards excellence. Join us in shaping a brighter future for our pupils and community