Jobs at Banda School

• The Head of the Early Years is expected to provide dynamic leadership of this section of the School, maintaining the highest possible standards and inspiring a team of committed staff which constantly strives to ensure that pupils receive the very best all-round education in order that they, in turn, can achieve their full potential. The Head of Early Years is required to:
• Lead, develop and inspire an excellent, committed, forward-looking teaching and support staff;
• Enthuse and inspire pupils with the joy of learning and the thrill of exploration;
• Work collaboratively with the Head of the Lower School and the Head to provide a quality all-round education for pupils in the local community;
• Serve as the Designated Safeguarding
• Lead for the Early Years and work closely with other DSLs on all matters regarding safeguarding.

S/he must be:

• A progressive thinker with vision;
• Caring, approachable, able to engage fully with pupils, parents and staff;
• An excellent classroom practitioner who is committed to enabling every child to fulfil their potential in all areas;
• A passionate believer in high quality Early Years provision with a clear understanding of the curriculum at these stages;
• A team-builder with excellent communication skills, able to listen, consult and motivate;
• A dynamic innovator who will lead from the front.
• Be a fully qualified teacher with a valid TSC (Kenya) or TRN (UK) number, as well as Early Years training and experience
• Be caring, approachable and able to engage fully with pupils, parents and staff
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner who is committed to enabling every child to fulfil their potential in all area
• Have experience of working in British Curriculum schools
• Be a team-builder with excellent communication skills, who is able to listen, consult and motivate
• Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment
• Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable
• Be a proactive and compassionate leaderas a part of both The Banda’s whole staff team and the Senior Leadership Team
• Possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school
• Be punctual and work effectively to deadlines
• Be an excellent communicator with adults and children
• Show organisational skills and leadership in behaviour, dress and speech
• Lead by example and expect high standard in others
• Display confidence in and possess a high level of written English
• Be able to use ICT in teaching and administration
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils
• Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate
• Keep up to date with educational developments in the UK

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Main Duties:

• To take responsibility for planning and implementing appropriate work programmes for all children in the designated class, within the framework of national and school policies.
• To maintain assessment records and report on pupils’ progress to staff, and to parents and carers, in accordance with school policy.
• To manage a Class Assistant within the classroom.

Accountabilities:

• To plan work for the class in accordance with national and curriculum policies and in cooperation with Heads of Department, to ensure that the children experience a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating curriculum relevant to their age.
• To ensure that the learning experience matches the individual needs of the children in your class – giving each child an opportunity to achieve to the best of his/her capability.
• To make appropriate educational provision for children with learning difficulties and for those children with EAL, with support from The Banda’s Learning Development Centre.
• Where possible, to make sure that the majority of children’s work is closely linked to firsthand practical experience in line with the EYFS/DfE guidance.
• To provide children with opportunities to manage their own learning and become independent thinkers.
• To create a secure, happy and stimulating environment, maintaining the highest standards of organisation and discipline.
• To maintain a high standard of display, both in the classroom and in other areas of the school.
• To arrange for resources, equipment and materials to be available in such a way that they are properly cared for, easily accessible and will encourage the children to become more responsible for their own learning.
• To work closely with colleagues and to provide short and medium term plans and to fully implement the agreed schemes of work.
• To assess children’s progress, maintain records and provide written reports to parents.
• To communicate regularly and effectively to parents about children’s progress andattainment.
• To ensure that the school’s aims and objectives in relation to the curriculum, equal opportunities and discipline are promoted in every day classroom organisation and practice.
• To be committed to the school’s Continuing Professional Development programme.
• To undertake required duties and attend regular staff meetings and INSETS, before, during and after school hours when required.
• To organise and take pupils on field trips in a safe and secure manner, in accordance with school policies.
• To work and liaise with colleagues from Key Stage 1, the Upper School and Learning Development Centre.
• To ensure confidentiality concerning pupils, parents, colleagues and school business.
• To maintain professional levels of conduct and adhere to the School’s Staff Code of Conduct.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• The Early Years Class Teacher needs to:
• Be a fully qualified teacher with a valid TSC number and Nursery/Reception teaching experience
• Have experience of working in British curriculum schools
• Be able to build good relationships with parents and families
• Be able to build good relationships with colleagues
• Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment
• Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable
• Be pro-active as a part of The Banda Pegasus Early Years team
• Be punctual and use preparation time appropriately
• Be a good communicator with adults and children
• Show good organisational skills
• Show a competent level of written English
• Be able to use ICT in teaching. Familiarity with using Interactive screens and iPads is important
• Present a clean Certificate of Good Conduct
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils
• Keep up to date with educational developments from the UK and particularly within the EYFS setting