Art Teacher

Main Duties

Be committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.

·      Working alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet the requirements of the curriculum.

·      Liaising with colleagues professionally and working flexibly.

·      Working with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.

·      Working cooperatively with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support student development.

Acting as a form tutor and supporting the pastoral needs of students.

Teaching and Learning

·      Demonstrate and infuse within own practice a clear understanding of the British curriculum, and specifically Cambridge.

·      Organising classroom provision, learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment.

·      Planning, preparing and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the classes taught.

·      Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching.

·      Observing and assessing children in line with the school assessment policy.

·      Being reflective of the classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjusting environment, planning and curriculum to reflect this.

·      Ensure the school’s vision and values are being embedded throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and Data

·      Taking responsibility for the progress of classes taught.

·      Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of students’ development using the schools designated assessment system.

·      Using data provided by assessments to influence further planning, provision and intervention.

·      Providing feedback to parents and carers on a students’ progress at Parent Teacher meetings and other meetings.

Behaviour Management and Duties

·      Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students’ needs to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.

·      Maintain excellent relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the school’s Behaviour policies.

·      Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of pupils.

·      Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners.

·      Ensure the school’s values are being embedded throughout the curriculum.

·      Carry out duties as directed and within the school’s policy.

Wider Professional Responsibilities

·      To work as part of a department team, supporting planning, assessment, resources and special events linked to that team.

·      Support the organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.

·      Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regards to students’ achievements and wellbeing using school systems/processes as appropriate.

·      Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.