This person specification should be read in conjunction with the latest School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document.
A = Application Form I = Interview T = Task R = Reference
| Factors | Essential or Desirable | Measured by A/ I/T/R |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifications and Skills | ||
| Qualified teacher status. | E | A |
| Good Honours degree or equivalent. | E | A |
| Evidence of recent and relevant continuous professional development. | E | A | T |
| As additional special qualification in SEND. | D | A | |
| Experience and Knowledge | ||
| Recent experience in a special school or teaching children with SEND. | E | A/I/T/R |
| Effective classroom practitioner | E | A /I /T/ R |
| A variety of teaching experience across the age ranges. | D | A/I/ R |
| Experience of working with pupils with PMLD, SDL & ASD needs | D | A/I/ T/ R |
| Evidence of implementing safeguarding policies and practices. | E | A/I/T/ R |
| Involvement in curriculum development within a school. | D | A/I/ T |
| Evidence of commitment to raising standards and promoting effective teaching and learning. | D | A/I/ T/ R |
| Successful experience of working with a diverse community including Governors, LA, parents, and other partners. | D | A/I/T/R |
| Knowledge and understanding of current key educational initiatives | E | A/I/T |
| Experience of positive behaviour management strategies | E | A/I/T/R |
| Abilities and Skills | ||
| Experience in monitoring teaching and learning to drive continuous improvement in the classroom. | E | A /I/T/R |
| Experience in leading collegiate activities and in house training and promote the professional development of others | D | A/I/ T/ R |
| Good standards or written and oral communication skills | E | A /I/T |
| Demonstrate a commitment to educational vision and values | D | A /I/ R |
| Aware of mental health and staff well-being in the workplace. | D | A /I |
| Experience of the use of ICT aids and software in the classroom, and wider teacher duties e.g. assessment, reports | E | A/I/T/ R |
| Personal Qualities | ||
| Must be able to cope with the demands of the job and attend on a regular basis | E | A /I/R |
| Ability to motivate colleagues and promote successful teamwork. | E | A/I/ R |
| Establish positive rapport and relationship with staff, pupils, and parents | E | A/I/ T/ R |