Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Purpose of role

To educate school children from, by planning and conducting a full education programme to develop literacy, numeracy and the physical, emotional, intellectual and social growth of their students in accordance with school policies and procedures

Responsible to The Head of Primary for all aspects of the role

Responsible for

The designated students in the assigned homeroom class

Responsibilities

To actively support and promote the BCIS Mission, Vision and Values

To align teaching practices with the BCIS Learning Principles within the primary learning environment

To liaise with the teachers of the EAL mainstream programmes regarding graduation and transition into mainstream programmes

To apply all school policies as related to staff and pupils

Key Tasks

Learning and teaching

Create an age-appropriate learning environment that aligns with the BCIS Learning Principles
Plan engaging lessons suitable for the range of students within each class according to the agreed curriculum based on the BCIS Learning Principles and best practices for the assigned age group of learners
Teach the full range of learning areas based on the English National Curriculum including English (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening, Spelling, Grammar

and Punctuation), Maths, Science, Computing, Art, History, Geography and PSHE

Differentiate lessons so that all students are learning at a suitable level
Plan effectively for additional adults in the classroom and supervise their roles
Liaise effectively with EAL and Learning Support/ SEN teachers and work together to support children's learning
Provide guidance and advice to students on educational and social matters
Provide support for the social and pastoral needs of the students
Maintain good record keeping of pastoral issues in the class
Provide appropriate feedback and mark all work according to the Marking Policy
Assess students learning and progress on an ongoing basis following school protocols
Use assessment to inform planning
Keep assessment files up to date, ensuring examples of students work are filed.
Write reports on student attainment, effort and progress at times identified in the Reporting Policy
Discuss students progress and concerns with parents and administrators
Prepare for and attend parent /teacher consultations
Ensure that student records of attainment, effort and progress are updated termly, to ensure efficient and effective tracking of students development
Establish and maintain good working habits and maintain effective classroom control, organisation and management in accordance with school policies
Maintain and regularly update appropriate and vibrant displays both inside and outside the classroom in line with the Display Policy
Set appropriate homework according to the School's homework policy
Meet regularly with the other primary teachers to participate in discussions, feedback and planning sessions
Communicate and cooperate effectively with the EAL mainstream teachers to ensure a smooth transition between the immersion programme and mainstream classes
Communicate and work cooperatively with Learning Support/ SEN teachers
Liaise with the Early Years Foundation Stage or Secondary School teachers as appropriate regarding transferring students
Facilitate and promote positive relationships between home and school
Communicate regularly, clearly and positively with parents about their child's progress and learning on a regular basis in writing, in person and vial electronic communication.
Report to parents at parent consultation meetings and through the end of year reports
Be available to parents at other mutually agreed times as needed

Professional Development

Participate in the school, department and individual review process (School Self-Evaluation)
Actively seek opportunities for CPD/ professional learning in order to keep up to date with current best practice in UK and world-wide
Attend such meetings, workshops and courses provided in school which support the School Improvement Plan
Participate in whole school vertical meetings with secondary staff
Provide appropriate CPD/ professional learning for colleagues as needed

General

Participate in the organisation and running of extra curricula activities, and attend and participate in the organisation of school events, productions and sporting events when required
Take responsibility for Health and Safety matters for the area within you teach and report any matters that are a hazard; thus ensuring that adequate safety precautions are taken with the students
Follow the Child Protection and Safeguarding policy at all times
Ensure that all behaviour issues are dealt with in accordance with the BCIS Behaviour Policy
Supervise areas of the school as outlined in the Supervision Duty Rota
Be a role model for students and ensure adherence to the Staff Code of Conduct
Carry out other related duties as required by the Academic Leadership Team (ALT).

This job description forms part of your Employment Agreement. It has been prepared for the purpose of school organisation and may change either as your contract changes or as the organisation of the school is changed. Nothing will be changed without consultation. This document must not be altered once it has been signed but it will be reviewed annually as part of the appraisal process or as appropriate.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

Homeroom Teacher