Year 1 Class Teacher with Phonics Lead

Year 1 Class Teacher with Phonics, Kilburn - Apply now!Contract: PermanentSalary: £40,318 - £56,959
This outstanding primary school in Westminster is looking for an experienced Early Years Teacher to take on phonics responsibilities. A strong phonics track record is key.

Your new schoolThe children of this Westminster primary school are very rewarding to teach. They are excited about learning, hard-working and well-behaved, but are reliant upon great teaching to make expected progress. Relationships within the school are very good and parents/carers are very supportive of the school's work. The school is very well-resourced and has excellent facilities, particularly for ICT, physical development, DT (including cooking) and music.
About youWe would like to hear from excellent teachers who feel driven to do all they can to enable every child to enjoy learning and make good progress. You must want to make a difference to children of a wide range of ethnicities and various faiths, who between them speak over 25 first languages and who need very determined and skilled practitioners to ensure that significant social, linguistic and cultural challenges do not present a barrier to high achievement and future success.

What you will need to apply for this Year 1 Class Teaching vacancy in Westminster, London

• Degree and Qualified Teacher Status
• At least three years class teaching experience in the Nursery or Reception classes within a primary school and some experience of teaching phonics.
• Experience of working with speakers of English as an Additional Language.
• Knowledge and understanding of assessment for learning.
• Knowledge and understanding of how young children learn best, including through play.
• Experience teaching phonics.
• The ability to maintain high standards of behaviour and excellent discipline using positive strategies.
• The ability to train, support and challenge others when necessary.
• The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Passionate about education and particularly determined to improve outcomes for disadvantaged pupils.
• Evidence of continuous INSET and commitment to further professional development.
• Experience of working with a wide range of children's workforce professionals.
• Knowledge of primary teaching and learning styles.
• A good understanding of inclusion issues e.g. SEN, EAL, G&T, refugee etc.
  
  What you'll get in return
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