Continuity Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Key Responsibilities:The Continuity Teacher will: Provide a comprehensive service for Shrewsbury students and their families; Be responsible for planning, developing, implementing and reviewing a creative and engaging programme of study connected to the English National Curriculum; Communicate regularly and effectively with parents; Contribute positively to the wellbeing of others; Attend regular meetings with other members of the academic team; Play an active role in the Extra Curricular Activity programme; Support the safe running of the school campus.Professional Expectation:The Continuity Teacher will: Be a fully qualified teacher with QTS; Have a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience; Be passionate about the development of young people; Advocate for the benefits of a broad curriculum; Have a full understanding of the English National Curriculum or Early Years Foundation Stage profile; Be able to nurture and stretch the most able whilst also making lessons accessible and enjoyable for all; Be internationally minded, demonstrating experience of and interest in working with children who speak English as an additional language; Be willing and able to reflect professionally in order to refine their practice; Have a track record of exceptional pastoral care and be able to prioritise the happiness and wellbeing of all students; Have excellent communication skills; Manage their own time effectively; Enjoy working as a part of a talented and experienced team; Have a pioneering attitude and a good sense of humour.Child Safeguarding:Shrewsbury International School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to: Attend regular in-house child protection and safeguarding programmes and sign a Code of Conduct Play a leading role in promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all students in the school Report to the Designated or Deputy Safeguarding Lead any concerns they have for the welfare of a student Report to the Designated or Deputy Safeguarding Lead any unsafe practices witnessed within the school as outlined in The School’s Speak Out Policy Keep professional relationships with students where personal boundaries are respected and maintained Requirements: International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) prior to the start of contract Formal proof of identity with photo ID (Original Driving License / Passport) 3 signed, confidential references (one of which will be from the candidate’s current headteacher) before the start of contract Verification of original qualifications