Line Manager Team Leader for RS

Role Summary To teach RS to Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, providing high quality learning to secure excellent progress and outcomes for all students. To contribute to the development of the curriculum, both in and out of the classroom (fieldwork), based on excellent subject knowledge and pedagogy. To support the effective use of resources, including the learning environment, and to contribute to the wider work of the school, e.g. enrichment, building cultural capital and creating positive relationships with the whole school community.,

• To support and implement the school's mission statement and all aspects of school and
department policies.
• To develop best practice in the classroom, remote and enrichment provision for all
students including disadvantaged, those with high learning potential, SEND and English as an additional language.
• To model high standards of professional behaviours and attitudes at all times.
• In line with whole school targets and in discussion with the Team Leader, to contribute to
achieving the targets identified in the Department Development Plan.
• To identify the professional learning required to achieve excellent outcomes for the
students you teach, supporting the department's systematic monitoring, e.g. through student voice, work scrutinies, line management and classroom visits.
• To participate in the school's appraisal system, ensuring this makes a measurable,
positive impact on all students' achievement.
• To share best practice in the department, including co-constructing schemes of learning
and resources.,
• To use data to inform planning and to work in partnership with specialist colleagues, e.g.
the SENDCo, Teaching Assistants, the Form Tutor and Achievement Team Leader to ensure that learning is personalised for all students.
• To fulfil the role of Form Tutor or Co-tutor, planning form time and tutor periods to
ensure a meaningful experience for students which contributes to progress and wellbeing.
• To support the Team Leader in ensuring that the budget achieves best value for money
in line with identified priorities.
• To adhere to health and safety during classroom activities and for enrichment activities.
  
  The successful candidate will possess some, or all, of the following
Qualifications
• Degree in RS or similar subject
• QTS
• Evidence of continuing professional learning
Experience
• Teaching the subject across the age range, including GCSE and A
level, and/or vocational qualifications
• Sound knowledge of curriculum developments in the subject
• Curriculum development based on research into best practice
• Proven track record in raising achievement and securing
excellent outcomes for students Qualities and Skills
• Excellent classroom teacher
• Leads by example and displays a 'can do' attitude
• Commitment to closing the attainment gap between
disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged students
• Ability to recognise and celebrate other's successes and hold
colleagues to account
• Excellent communication skills in writing and orally
• High expectations of attainment, behaviour and professionalism
• A vision and knowledge of how to promote excellent learning in
the subject
• Able to make learning relevant and exiting
• Ability to create excellent professional relationship with all
members of the school community to facilitate team working
• Evidence of commitment to Equal Opportunities
• Able to use technology creatively to enhance learning and
management of the department