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JUNIOR SCHOOL PE TEACHER Information for applicants

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THE SCHOOL

At Putney we believe that thinking should be “out of the box”, not “tick the box”! As experts in their fields, our teachers bring to the classroom an infectious passion for their subjects and ensure that every student can be stretched, challenged and inspired to develop a lifelong love of learning.

Putney High School has been leading the way in girls’ education since its foundation in 1893. We

build confident, creative thinkers and deliver an education that

is truly relevant to their future. Our community is energetic, fun and above all, down-to-earth. Happy and supported within a democratic environment, our students achieve outstanding results and develop the character and the resourcefulness to make their mark in whatever they choose to pursue.

Ours is a culture of curiosity and openness to new ideas. Our Breathe programme is central to a holistic approach to education where mental and physical wellbeing go hand-in-hand with academic attainment. We are leaders in teaching and learning research and at the forefront of digital technology in education. An award-winning careers programme is bolstered by an established Residency programme, and Putney leavers go on to the finest institutions in the UK and abroad, including Oxbridge, Central St Martin’s and the Royal Academy of Music.

As part of the school’s commitment to cross-

curricular learning and STEAM education, a new

Science, Music, Drama and Debating Centre is scheduled to open in 2021. It will be a space for

pupils and staff to come together to learn, to discuss and to perform, enhancing what is a truly

21st century education.

A spirited and vibrant school, our ethos is to be:

Inquisitive, intellectually curious and love learning

Ambitious, bold and striving for excellence

Innovative and open minded

A collaborative and democratic community

Which acts with integrity, kindness and a sense of moral purpose

Down to earth

Putney High School is part of the Girls’ Day School

Trust, a charitable trust and leading group of

independent girls’ schools, with over 4000 staff and

20,000 students in 23 schools. Further information

on Putney High School and The Girls’ Day School

Trust can be found at: www.putneyhigh.gdst.net and www.gdst.net. The

most recent full Educational Quality ISI inspection in 2015 awarded the school the highest possible

grading in all categories; the full report can be found here.

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WORKING FOR THE GDST

The school is part of the GDST, the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools. We can offer a variety of benefits

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Access to extensive professional development opportunities

Training grants for qualifications

Generous pension schemes

Free life assurance benefit

A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools

Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans

A Cycle to Work scheme

Competitive terms and conditions of employments

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THE DEPARTMENT

Junior PE

Sport at Putney High School plays an important part in the life of our school. The PE department works hard to balance inclusivity with the elite sporting opportunities. Our overriding aim is for the girls to discover and develop a huge range of skills and techniques in a variety of team and individual sports with focus to sportsmanship and team spirit. Our girls play competitively and are motivated to play in and outside of school hours, leading to lifelong involvement in sport.

EYS and KS1 benefit from two lessons of PE a week, with girls developing fundamental coordinator skills and participating in gymnastics/dance activities. Alongside physical skills, our focus is to teach the girls how to work together, play as a team and understand how to acknowledge and accept success and defeat graciously. KS2 benefit from games’ afternoon focusing on a rotation of three different sports, the girls enjoy refining techniques, developing collaboration skills and match play. They also benefit from a separate hour’s lesson of PE/Swimming with their classmates each week.

Putney High School is renowned for its sporting achievements, particularly in netball and gymnastics, and many girls perform at County, Regional and National level. This sets a very high benchmark for sport at our school. A bit part of life at Putney High is the clubs and fixtures on

offer to the girls. The co-curricular clubs programme is designed to be as inclusive as possible, giving girls the opportunity to enjoy a range of sports. It enables extra training to prepare for fixtures, tournaments and competitions and increases skill level. Sports’ practices take place before school, during lunchtime, after school and weekends.

Putney High Juniors is currently one of the leading junior schools for sports in the GDST and London. At all levels and in a whole range of sports, our girls love being physically active, championing each other and developing their skills and abilities as young sportswomen; this is evident through our achievement and results

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THE ROLE

Full Time

Junior School PE Teacher

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and well-qualified Teacher of PE to help build upon the very high standards of this lively and highly successful department.

To teach and promote the subject across the whole junior school.

As a Junior School Teacher, you will participate fully in school life, contributing to the continuing success and happy atmosphere at our over-subscribed school.

There may be the possibility of additional responsibility depending on the strength of your skills and experience.

As one of the UK’s leading schools, Putney High School is rightly proud of its exceptional academic results and pastoral care. A spirit of intellectual agility and engagement is at the heart of the school’s ethos, with pupils stretched, challenged and supported inside the classroom and beyond

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Main demonstrable skills

General Teaching and Learning

To prepare lessons and deliver the curriculum in a manner appropriate to the age and ability of the pupils concerned, following the agreed syllabus or scheme of work.

To keep records or attendance for each class taught.

To ensure good order prevails in the classroom so that learning can take place

To contribute to the departments system of assessment of pupils including where applicable the setting, marking and moderation of coursework tasks, tests and examinations.

To participate with the Head of Junior School and JSLT in the development of appropriate syllabuses, materials and scheme of work, leading a subject area

To keep up with developments in relevant subject areas.

To be aware of and play an appropriate part in implementation of all school policies, as described in the Staff Handbook, including regulations relating to safety.

To participate in the school’s system of reporting on pupil progress and behaviour at appropriate times.

To participate in appropriate meetings with colleagues and parents.

To carry out a share of supervisory duties and cover arrangements in accordance with published rotas.

To set and keep high standards of punctuality and courtesy and of appropriate dress for self and pupils.

To attend assemblies and other formal occasions as required.

To participate in the appraisal system

To perform in accordance with any directions which may reasonably be given to you by the Headteacher of Head of Junior School from time to time, such particular duties as may reasonably be assigned to you.

Teacher PE, Fixtures and Co-Curricular Clubs

To undertake a designated programme of teaching across all year groups as required.#

To be confident and creative when teaching EYS and KS1 lessons

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Teaching PE, Fixtures and Co-Curricular Clubs Continued

Plan and delivery schemes of work and lessons that meet the needs and abilities of all children.

Be a role model for students, inspiring them to be actively interested in PE.

Prioritise and manage time effectively, ensuring continued professional development in line with the role.

Promote PE learning through out of hours activities.

Have excellent knowledge in umpiring and refereeing in a variety of teams games - experience in Netball/Pop Lacrosse/Cricket would be an advantage.

Be confident to run tournaments, matches and competitions in house and externally.

Be knowledgeable and confident to teach gymnastics and dance - Extensive knowledge in Gymnastics would be an advance

Be qualified or will be become qualified to teach swimming.

Be committed to running co-curricular sports’ clubs throughout the week, including before, during and after school.

To liaise with staff and support the organisation and running of co-curricular clubs.

To support the PE extra-curricular life of the school and play a full role in evening and weekend fixtures.

Be confident to select teams and develop teams in preparation for fixtures.

To communicate effectively with the junior PE team, staff and parents.

To have excellent ICT skills.

Pastoral Care

Helping with lunch and break supervision of pupils.

Upholding the Code of Conduct and Rewards and Sanctions policy through effective delivery of its aims.

Guide and support pupils in their personal, emotional and social development.

To promote and model positive behaviour in all teaching areas

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Training and Development

Regular review own practice, set personal development targets and take responsibility for own continuous professional development.

Attend relevant INSET courses

Adhere to policies as set out in the GDST Council Regulations, Notes of Guidance and GDST circulars.

Undertake other reasonable duties related to the job purpose required from time t time.

Support the Work of the GDST

Develop strong positive relations with GDST colleagues to collaborative work across GDST schools and support other staff in participating in GDST work, in order to develop and share best practice.

All staff are expected to:

Work towards and support the school vision and the current school objectives outlined in the School Development Plan

Support and contribute to the school’s responsibility for safeguarding students

Work within the school’s health and safety policy to ensure a safe working environment for staff, students and visitors

Work with the GDST’s Diversity policy to promote equality of opportunity for all students and staff, both current and prospective

Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality appearance, conduct and positive, courteous relations with students, parents and colleagues

Engage actively in the performance review process

Adhere to policies as set out in the GDST Council Regulations, notes, of Guidance and GDST circulars

Undertake other reasonable duties related to the job purpose required from time to time

This job description should be seen as enabling rather than restrictive and will be subject to regular review.

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THE PERSON

The successful candidate will have the following key skills and attributes:

Essential:

Good Honours degree in P.E. or related subject

Decision making skills; the ability to solve problems, and make decisions.

Experience as a subject teacher covering EYS, KS1 and KS2.

Excellent subject knowledge.

Teamwork: the ability to work collaboratively with others

Communication skills: the ability to make points clearly and understand the views of others.

Self-management skills: the ability to plan time effectively and organise oneself well.

Excellent professional knowledge and understanding.

Understanding of national and curricular requirements of the subject.

Up to date with professional developments in the subject and other aspects of education.

Ability to enthuse children and adults.

Enjoy rising to the challenge inherent in a school environment.

Specific Sports: Gymnastics and Netball

Desirable:

Qualified teacher status

Experiencing of organising or participating in extra-curricular activities

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HOW TO APPLY

Please apply sending a covering letter to Mrs Suzie Longstaff, Headmistress, with a completed application form to recruitment@put.gdst.net

CV’s are not accepted without a fully completed application form

Closing Date: Monday 31st August 2020

Interviews will take place the week beginning 7th September 2020

Required from: 1st January 2021

Candidate who are invited to interview will be required to bring original identification documents (e.g. passport) and if applicable proof of eligibility to work/reside in the UK as well as documents confirming educational and professional qualifications. A confirmation of your address within the last three months is also required.

Putney High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of chil-dren, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Additional Information

Any candidate wishing to seek additional information should contact:

Helen Batchelor, HR Manager

Email: recruitment@put.gdst.net

Tel: 020 8788 4886

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