JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Teacher - Post-Primary
REPORTS TO: Principal
PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF A TEACHER
TEACHERS’ (TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT) REGULATIONS
(NORTHERN IRELAND) 1987
Schedule 3
Regulation 5
1) Exercise of general professional duties
A teacher who is not a principal shall carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require:-
(a) if he/she is employed as a teacher in a school under the reasonable direction of the principal of that school;
(b) if he/she is employed by a board on terms under which he is not assigned to any one school, under the reasonable direction of that board and of the principal of any school
in which he/she may for the time being be required to work as a teacher.
2) Exercise of particular duties
(a) A teacher employed as a teacher (other than a principal) in a school shall perform, in accordance with any directions which may be reasonably given to him/her by the principal
from time to time, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned to him/her.
(b) A teacher to whom paragraph 1(b) refers shall perform, in accordance with any direction which may reasonably be given to him/her from time to time by the board or by the
principal of any school in which he/she may for the time being be required to work as a teacher, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned to him/her.
1. Planning
1.1 Planning and preparing courses and lessons;
1.2 Teaching, according to their educational needs, the pupils assigned to him/her, including the setting and marking of work to be carried out by the pupils in school and
elsewhere;
1.3 Assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of pupils.
2. General
2.1 Promoting the general progress and well-being of individual pupils and of any class or group of pupils assigned to him/her;
2.2 Providing advice and guidance to pupils on educational and social matters and on their further education and future careers including information about sources of more
expert advice on specific questions, making relevant records and reports;
2.3 Making records of and reports on the personal and social needs of pupils except in instances where to do so might be regarded as compromising a teacher’s own position;
2.4 Communicating and consulting with the parents of pupils;
2.5 Communicating and co-operating with such persons or bodies outside the school as may be approved by the employing authority and the Board of Governors;
2.6 Participating in meetings arranged for any of the purposes described above.
3. Assessment/Reporting
Providing or contributing to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual pupils and groups of pupils except in instances where to do so might
be regarded as compromising a teacher’s own position.
4. Staff Development/Professional Development
4.1 Participating, if required, in any scheme of staff development and performance review;
4.2
a) Reviewing from time to time his/her methods of teaching and programmes of work;
b) Participating in arrangements for his/her further training and professional development as a teacher.
4.3 Advising and co-operating with the Principal and other teachers (or any one or more of them) on the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials,
teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements.
5. Discipline/Health and Safety
5.1 Maintaining good order and discipline among pupils in accordance with the policies of the employing authority and safeguarding their health and safety both when they are
authorised to be on the school premises and when they are engaged in authorised school activities elsewhere.
5.2 Participating in meetings at the school which relate to the curriculum for the school or the administration or organisation of the school, including pastoral arrangements.
6. Public Examinations
Participating in arrangements for preparing pupils for public examinations and in assessing pupils for the purposes of such examinations; recording and reporting such assessments;
and participating in arrangements for pupils’ presentation for and supervision during such examination.
7. Review and Development of Management Activities/Administration
7.1
a) Contributing to the selection for appointment and professional development of other teachers, including the induction and assessment of probationary teachers;
b) Co-ordinating or managing the work of other teachers;
c) Taking such part as may be required of him/her in the review, development and management of activities relating to the curriculum, organisation and pastoral functions of the school.
7.2
a) Participating in administrative and organisational tasks related to such duties as described above, including the management or supervision of persons providing support for the
teachers in the school and the ordering and allocation of equipment and materials.
b) Subject to the provisions of Article 22 of the Order, attending assemblies;
c) Registering the attendance of pupils and supervising pupils, whether these duties are to be performed before, during or after school sessions.
8. Number of days/Hours of work
8.1
a) A full-time teacher, other than a teacher employed in a residential establishment, shall be available for work on 195 days in any year of which not more than 190 days
should involve teaching children in a classroom situation;
b) A teacher, other than a teacher employed in a residential establishment, shall be available to perform such duties at such times and such places as may reasonably be
specified by the Principal, or where he/she is employed by a Board on terms under which he/she is not assigned to any one school by the Board or the Principal of any school
in which he/she may for the time being be required to work as a teacher, for 1,265 hours in any year exclusive of time spent off school premises in preparing and marking lessons
and time spent travelling to and from the place of work;
c) A teacher may not be required to teach as distinct from supervise children in a classroom situation for more than 25 hours in any week in a primary or special school and 23.5
hours in any week in a secondary school;
d) Unless employed under a separate contract as a mid-day supervisor, a teacher shall not be required to undertake mid-day supervision;
e) Subject to paragraph (f) all teachers shall be required to have a break of at least 30 minutes between the hours of 12 noon and 2.00 pm;
f) Teachers in nursery schools and nursery units in primary schools shall be required to have a break of at least 30 minutes between the hours of 12 noon and 2.30 pm;
g) For the purposes of this paragraph, a ‘year’ means a period of 12 months commencing on 31st July and a ‘week’ means a period of 7 days commencing on a Sunday.
9. Staff cover
9.1 Supervising and teaching any pupils whose teacher is not available provided that:
a) In schools with an average daily enrolment of 222 or less, in primary 1 and primary 2 classes in schools with an average daily enrolment greater than 222 pupils and in nursery
classes in primary schools a teacher other than a supply teacher shall not be required to provide such cover:
b) In schools with an average daily enrolment greater than 222 pupils a teacher other than a supply teacher shall not be required to provide such cover after the second day on
which a teacher, other than a teacher of primary 1 or primary 2 class or of a nursery class in a primary school, is absent or otherwise not available, or from the first day if the fact
that the teacher would be absent or otherwise not available for a period exceeding 2 days was known to and agreed by the employing authority in advance.
This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within
which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time.
In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality
legislation at all times.
Job Title: Leader of Learning – Home Economics and Hospitality
Responsibility: Teaching Allowance (TA) 2 (Permanent)
The Post Holder will report to the Assistant Principal and Principal
Purpose:
To take overall responsibility to lead and manage staff, students and parents in meeting the needs of students within the HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY department in conjunction with subject teachers and in accordance with school policies.
As a key member of the School Middle Leadership Team, the Leader of Learning: HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY will be expected to work collaboratively with their colleagues, sharing their ideas, skills and talents and contribute to the effective functioning of a highly motivated, cohesive team with a shared vision for the future of Belfast Model School for Girls and a sense of common purpose.
The Leader of Learning: HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY will play an important role in the school’s Middle Leadership Team ensuring that the young people in the school experience the highest quality of teaching and learning provision and practice from a highly skilled professional team of teachers and support staff, within a supportive, encouraging and disciplined environment.
The Leader of Learning: HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY will:
Establish and set out a vision for the development of the department within a Department Development Plan (DDP) that is in line with the School Development Plan (SDP)
Promote and provide professional leadership and management for HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY within the school to secure high quality teaching and learning, effective use of resources, and the highest standards of outcomes and achievement for all students, in line with the School Improvement Plan (SIP).
Lead by example, providing inspiration and motivation, embodying the vision and purpose of the school
Play an important role in promoting the ethos of the school
Promote excellence in teaching and learning and pastoral care within HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
Play a proactive, positive role in promoting high standards in relation to attendance, punctuality, schoolwork, homework and behaviour in class within the HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY department
Communicate and establish clear expectations and advice to HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY department staff in relation to learning programmes
Be available to attend relevant and linked school functions out of school hours
Objectives
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To raise continuously standards of student achievement and attainment in HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY at all Key Stages of learning
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To foster enjoyment and satisfaction in the study of HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY by students
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To enhance the quality of teaching and learning of HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
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To establish and maintain a culture of high expectations for all within HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
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To encourage and develop students’ awareness and capacity to use HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
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To contribute to a whole school cross curricular approach to developing and improving LITERACY at all levels within HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
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To contribute to a whole school cross curricular approach to developing and improving NUMERACY at all levels within HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
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To contribute to a whole school cross curricular approach to developing and improving using DIGITAL SKILLS/AI at all levels within HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
Principal Responsibility Areas
(A) Strategic direction of HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
(B) Teaching, learning and the curriculum
(C) Leading and managing staff
(D) Managing resources and financial budget
Key Tasks
A1 To establish a vision and development plans for the subject / areas of responsibility in respect of students of all abilities
A2 To establish, develop and implement policies and schemes of learning, assessment activities for HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY in line with recent inspection reports, research evidence and SIP.
A3 To monitor and evaluate the effects of subject policies and plans, establishing clear targets for improving and sustaining student achievement
A4 To lead HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY department curriculum development
A5 To provide reports for the Board of Governors / Principal as requested
A6 To promote and encourage a rich and diverse extra-curricular programme for HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
B1 To lead and set high expectations as a professional role model in the teaching of HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY and any other subject if required to fulfil the curriculum offer to students in Key Stages 3, 4, and/or 5 as directed by the Principal
B2 Using an evidence based approach to monitor the progress of students in HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY, setting appropriate targets for individual and departmental improvement
B3 To set expectations for the work of all staff involved in the teaching of HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY and to take action to secure improvement.
B4 To liaise closely with LoL CEIAG, Learning Support Co-ordinator, and SLT to ensure the needs of students are best met
B5 To ensure the completion of necessary administration in relation to HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
B6 To lead the implementation of statutory and school requirements / policies on assessment, marking, recording and reporting
B7 To lead the development of HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY within the school
B8 To coordinate and organise placements for HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY students
C1 To develop effective working relations with all teachers of HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY, parents, senior leaders and governors
C2 To participate in the performance management of staff (PRSD) as required by school policy
C3 To assist with professional development in HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
C4 To work with others in the delivery of Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital/AI skills
D1 To establish, maintain and develop appropriate resources for the teaching of HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY and assist with creating a stimulating environment in HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY classrooms
D2 To ensure the effective and efficient management and organisation of learning resources for HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY
D3 To manage the financial resources allocated to HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY effectively and efficiently.
D4 To undertake other tasks which may be required from time to time at the request of the Principal / BOG
D5 To carry out the professional duties of a teacher as directed by the Principal
LEADERSHIP OF (including line management of staff if appropriate):
Departmental team to include technician
Subject area schemes and units of learning
Subject area resources for learning and teaching
Subject area extracurricular and enrichment activities / clubs
Student progress and intervention and support
Student tracking and data use
Quality assurance and self-evaluation (individual and team)
Linked staff development and training
CEIAG activities linked to subject area
