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Threemilestone Confidence Respect Enjoyment Wonder

Primary School

Application PackEYFS Teacher – Maternity Cover

From May 2017 (exact date TBC)until the return of the post holder.

Threemilestone SchoolActing Headteacher: Mr David Hick BA (Hons)

Polstain RoadThreemilestone

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Confidence Respect Enjoyment Wonder Telephone: (01872) 263322

Email: [email protected]: www.threemilestone.cornwall.sch.uk

December 2016

Dear Candidate,

EYFS Teacher – Maternity Leave Cover – Period of up to one year or the return of the post holder (which ever is first)

Please find enclosed an application form and details for the post of EYFS Teacher at this school. This post is available from 2nd May 2017 to cover a period of maternity leave. We are looking for a teacher with recent experience of working within an EYFS setting.

Threemilestone Primary is a school with a good local and citywide reputation, which is oversubscribed in a number of year groups. Our roll is growing!

We hope after reading our details and person specification that you will want to join our team. If you would like to visit the school, please call Miriam Richardson, our School Business Manager, to make an appointment.

Interviews will take place on 3rd February 2017. The day will involve a range of activities, including, a teaching task and a formal interview.

Please ensure, in completing your application and supporting statement that you address all of the elements of our Person Specification.

Can I take this opportunity of thanking you for your interest in this temporary position at Threemilestone Primary School.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 27th January 2017. If you do not hear anything from us by 5th February 2017 you can assume that your application was unsuccessful.

With best wishes for the future.

Yours sincerely,

Mr David HickActing Headteacher

http://www.threemilestone.cornwall.sch.uk/

mailto:[email protected]



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BACKGROUND FOR PROSPECTIVE CANDIDATES:

THE SCHOOLThreemilestone Primary School is a popular school on the outskirts of Truro. Some of our year groups are over subscribed and our roll is growing.

Our classes are currently arranged in 14 single aged parallel classes.

The building and grounds are part of the PFI contract and are well maintained. The learning environment is warm and welcoming. We have a lot of outdoor space which we like to use as much as possible.

There is a privately run pre-school on our school site and we have a popular and often over-subscribed breakfast and after school club.

THE CURRICULUMOur curriculum is taught in a topic based approach. We place the child at the heart of all our activities.

OUR ETHOSOur moto is ‘At Threemilestone School we are all CREW, not passengers’ and our main values of Confidence, Respect, Enjoyment and Wonder are based on this. We have high expectations of all our children and the staff who work with them.

THE POSTProspective candidates are encouraged to arrange a visit to the school by calling Miriam Richardson, our School Business Manager, on the 01872 263322. Applications should be returned by 12 noon on 27th January 2017.

We are looking for an excellent teacher with recent EYFS experience who will complement our dynamic and hardworking teaching team. Threemilestone School is a great place to work and we look forward to receiving your application.

Prepared by: Mr David Hick – Acting HeadteacherMrs Miriam Richardson – School Business ManagerJanuary 2017





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Class TeacherThis appointment is subject to the current conditions of employment of teachers contained in the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document, the Education Act 2002, the required standards for Qualified Teacher Status, other current educational legislation and the school's articles of government.

This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Headteacher and member of staff, and will be reviewed annually.

Areas of responsibility and key tasks:A Planning, teaching and class management, to:Be committed to a child centred approach to learning in which the child is encouraged to beautonomous and learns from first-hand experience.

Teach allocated pupils by planning their teaching to achieve progression of learning through: enabling children to dfevelop, learn and fulfill their potential identifying clear teaching intentions and specifying how they will be taught and assessed setting tasks which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest setting appropriate and demanding expectations setting clear targets, building on prior attainment identifying SEN or very able pupils; providing clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge; making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of study; ensuring effective teaching and best use of available time; monitoring and intervening to ensure sound learning and discipline use a variety of teaching methods to:

i. match approach to content, structure information, present a set of key ideas and use appropriate vocabulary

ii. use effective questioning, listen carefully to pupils, give attention to errors and misconceptionsiii. select appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through library, I.C.T. and other

sources; ensure pupils acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the

subject taught; evaluate their own teaching critically to improve effectiveness;

To ensure that the planning files are kept up to date and accurately reflects the planning, teaching, assessment and recording that is taking place.

B Monitoring, assessment, recording, reporting - to: assess how well learning intentions have been achieved and use them to improve specific aspects

of teaching; monitor pupils' development and set targets for progress;

Post title Class TeacherSchool:Salary and grade: Main pay scale range 1-6. Point X in line with the current

School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions DocumentLine manager/s: The headteacher, members of the senior leadership team (SLT)

and the governing bodySupervisory responsibility:

The postholder may be responsible for the deployment and supervision of the work of teaching assistants relevant to their responsibilities





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assess and record pupils' progress systematically and keep records/portfolios, monitor strengths and weaknesses, inform planning and recognise the level at which the pupil is achieving;

prepare and present informative reports to parents.

C Other professional requirements - to: have a working knowledge of teachers' professional duties and legal liabilities; operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the school; establish effective working relationships and set a good example through their presentation and

personal and professional conduct; endeavour to give every child the opportunity to reach their potential and meet high expectations; create a stimulating, lively environment for our children within which they feel safe, happy and

secure; contribute to the corporate life of the school through effective participation in meetings and

management systems necessary to coordinate the management of the school; take responsibility for their own professional development and duties in relation to school policies

and practices; liaise effectively with parents and governors; take on any additional responsibilities which might from time to time be determined.In addition to the requirements of a class teacher, a reas of responsibility and key tasks:

D. Teaching and learning- to: use your own class as an example of high quality teaching and learning in the subject; ensure continuity and progression in the subject by supporting colleagues in choosing the

appropriate sequence of teaching and teaching methods and setting clear learning intentions through an agreed scheme of work, developed in line with the school improvement plan;

establish clear targets for achievement in the subject and evaluate progress through the use of appropriate assessments and records and regular yearly analysis of this data

evaluate the teaching of the subject by the monitoring of teachers' plans and through work analysis, identify effective practice and areas for improvement, and take appropriate action to improve further the quality of teaching;

develop effective links with the local community including parents, business and industry; ensure that teachers are aware of the implications of equality of opportunity which the subject

raises;

E. Effective deployment of resources - to: support the Headteacher by maintaining efficient and effective management and organisation of

learning resources, by developing or identifying new resources including ICT applications to the subject;

be aware of and respond appropriately to any health and safety issues raised by materials, practice or accommodation related to the subject;

H. General - to; take on any additional responsibilities which might from time to time be determined.





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Person Specification: EYFS Class TeacherPlease ensure you meet ALL the essential elements listed below

Essential Desirable

Qualifications Qualified Teacher status Evidence of continuous regular EYFS INSET and commitment to further professional development each year with examples of outcomes and impact

Experience The EYFS Class Teacher should have experience of:teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage and a reception age class.

In addition, the EYFS Class Teacher might have experience of:teaching across the whole Primary age range; Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2successfully working in partnership with parents and external agencies

Knowledge and understanding

The EYFS Class Teacher should have knowledge and understanding of:the theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all EYFS children (e.g. classroom organisation, learning and play strategies);a clear understanding of how children learn through play experiences;the statutory Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum;the monitoring, assessment, recording and reporting of pupils’ progress in the EYFS;the statutory requirements of legislation concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, SEN and Child Protection;the positive links necessary within school and with all its stakeholders;effective teaching and learning styles for the EYFS and Key Stage 1.

In addition, the EYFS Class Teacher might also have knowledge and understanding of:the preparation and administration of statutory Early Years Foundation Stage Profile;

the National Curriculum requirements at Key Stage 1

enthusiasm to develop our EYFS learning environment and our forest school;

experience to develop ‘Assessment for learning’ within the EYFS.

Skills The EYFS Class Teacher will be able to:promote the school’s aims positively, and use effective strategies to monitor motivation and morale;develop good personal relationships within a team;establish and develop close relationships with parents, governors and the community;communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) to a variety of audiences;create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment with a focus on pupil progress and achievement.





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Personal characteristics

The EYFS Class Teacher will be able to:demonstrate a caring attitude towards pupils and parents;show the ability to demonstrate enthusiasm and sensitivity whilst working with others;show high expectations of self and pupils.

In addition, the EYFS Class Teacher might show:evidence of being able to build and sustain effective working relationships.

Application Neat and accurate presentation, form handwritten.Well-structured supporting statement outlining skills, knowledge & expertise that can be offered to enhance and develop Threemilestone’s EYFS provision. This may be word processed.Fully supported by reference.

Knowledge and understanding of current educational issues.



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