Job Summary
To teach Physical Education and Games across the school (sports taught at The Banda include: Rounders, Cricket, Athletics, Football, Swimming, Hockey, Squash, Tennis, Rugby and Netball).
Experience Level: Mid level
Experience Length: 3 years
Job Description/Requirements
Responsibility:
To teach Physical Education and Games across the school (sports taught at The Banda include:
Rounders, Cricket, Athletics, Football, Swimming, Hockey, Squash, Tennis, Rugby and Netball).
The postholder will report to the Director of Sport and will be accountable to the Headmistress.
Job Definition:
To undertake the teaching of Physical Education and Games at The Banda School, to promote genuine interest and enthusiasm and to aim for a high standard of achievement for all pupils within the school.
Key Tasks associated with the Post:
Plan and deliver high quality lessons in line with the agreed scheme of work of the department. This will require knowledge of the British National Curriculum.
To provide specialist subject teaching from Pre-Prep to Year 8, as required.
To liaise with the Director of Sport and other colleagues concerning curriculum, schemes of work, teaching methods, record keeping etc. to provide continuity and uniformity in the department.
To differentiate lessons according to the ability of the pupils in the group.
To liaise with parents concerning pupils’ progress.
To attend Parents’ Meetings to discuss the progress of pupils.
To write a detailed report on each pupil at the end of designated terms.
To perform duties, as requested by the Headmistress, for supervising the pupils outside the classroom e.g. Lunch/break etc.
To “cover” for any colleague who cannot attend school for any reason and to provide a cover sheet for colleagues if unable to attend school.
To put up attractive displays on designated boards around the school that will provide incentives and encouragement, whilst celebrating individual success.
To attend weekly Staff Meetings, as well as whole school meetings, and any other meetings that may require attendance.
To coach a group or groups of children in games lessons; and referee or umpire any matches, as required. Matches might be scheduled after school hours or during the weekend.
To stimulate and encourage pupils to achieve excellence in the subject.
To run additional sporting sessions before, after and during school.
To emphasise the importance of safety and of safe methods of play.
To participate in meetings with parents and colleagues at school which relate to the administration, organisation and curriculum of the school.
To teach the pupils good sportsmanship and promote the school’s behaviour policy. Pupils should be made aware of the published Sports Etiquette.
To maintain good order and discipline among pupils and safeguard their health and safety, both on school premises and when engaged in school activities elsewhere.
To keep up to date with curriculum developments and professional practice.
To attend regular INSET training and be prepared to share skills and knowledge with other members of staff.
To maintain high personal standards of appearance and behaviour.
In addition to this, the teacher may also be a Form Tutor in charge of a class and take the Register each day, put up the Form timetable, check Pupil Diaries, and generally take an interest in the pastoral care of the children in his / her class.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The applicant needs to:
Possess a degree or equivalent teaching qualification.
Have experience of working in British Curriculum Schools.
Have experience in coaching major sports to a high level.
Possess a vision for the future of girls’ sport in a leading preparatory school
Have capacity to lead and inspire a team of coaches.
Possess a love of sport and coaching to children of all abilities and passion for the development of sporting excellence.
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 School team.
Be punctual and use time appropriately.
Be a good communicator with adults and children.
Show good organisational skills.
Show a competent level of written English.
Be experienced in using ICT in teaching, as a tool for research and for communication.
Present a clean Certificate of Good Conduct or International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC).
Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils.
Keep up to date with educational developments and be committed to continual personal and professional development.
Be a motivator.
The post holder will have the responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the children and young persons for whom he / she is responsible, or with whom he / she comes into contact, and will be expected to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy at all times.
Experience of working in a British Curriculum School is essential.
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All applications should reach the Headmistress by Monday 1st February latest.
A completed Application Form accessed via the following link:(https://www.bandaschool.com/userfiles/banda/MS-Word/Application_Form_The_Banda_School.doc) and Covering Letter should be sent to applications@bandaschool.com
Apply via :
applications@bandaschool.com
