Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher

Role: Primary Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £19,201 - £26,455 (Actual Salary for 7 months)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Accountable to: Head Teacher, Deputy Head Teacher, Phase Leader
Location: Swindon

About the School Environment:
This is a nurturing and inclusive Catholic primary school that fosters a strong sense of community and encourages children to grow spiritually, morally, culturally, emotionally, and socially. The school promotes resilience, ambition, and a commitment to excellence, enabling pupils to contribute positively to society.

Purpose of the Role:
To undertake the teaching of a primary class, ensuring high standards of learning, pastoral care, and classroom management. The role includes curriculum delivery, pupil assessment, and active participation in school life.

Teaching & Learning Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons with clear learning objectives.
• Use a variety of teaching methods and age-appropriate vocabulary.
• Adapt teaching based on formative and summative assessment data.
• Identify and support pupils with SEND or high ability through quality-first teaching.
• Deploy support staff effectively within the classroom.
• Promote independent learning through effective use of resources and displays.
• Evaluate and reflect on teaching practice to improve effectiveness.
• Keep up to date with educational developments and share best practices with colleagues.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils.
• Support the Catholic ethos and values of the school.
• Encourage pupils to take responsibility for their learning and behaviour.
• Foster respect, self-worth, and a sense of belonging in every child.

Professional Conduct & Collaboration:

• Establish positive working relationships with colleagues, governors, and parents.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings and school development initiatives.
• Lead and monitor a curriculum subject, reporting to SLT and governors.
• Set a professional example in conduct, dress, and communication.
• Supervise and support the work of Teaching Assistants as appropriate.

Benefits:

• Holiday pay
• Pension Scheme