Primary - Teacher

The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage . You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Minimum of 1 years’ demonstrable paid experience of teaching Key Stage 2 to achieve positive learning outcomes.

Demonstrable experience of using a range of effective classroom strategies to provide support and challenge children and young people of all abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs.

Demonstrable experience of using digital media/technology to enhance teaching and learning.

Shortlisting by Application Form

Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post

Pre-Employment Check

The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage.

Knowledge of Northern Ireland Curriculum

Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection policy/practice

Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice

Knowledge of a range of teaching strategies to meet the learning needs of pupils

Knowledge of Information Technology systems such as digital classroom tools/media and the use of tablets/mobile technologies

Knowledge of current assessment methods to inform teaching

Knowledge and understanding of the role of a curriculum co-ordinator within a primary school, including monitoring, evaluating and development of teaching and learning

Interview

Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the School’s Values/ethos. You will find information about our Values/ethos on the school's website.

Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’.

In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.

Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.

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