PERSON SPECIFICATION FOR SUBJECT TEACHER 

1. Experience 


Essential 

Desirable 

Application 

Interview 
and Task 

Lesson 

Good honours degree and QTS 

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Commitment to professional development 

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Good to Outstanding practitioner 

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2. Knowledge, skills and understanding 


 

 

 

 

 

A broad knowledge of the relevant curriculum area, 
including a good understanding of assessment 

 

 

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Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in 
writing with a range of audiences 

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Clear understanding of effective learning and teaching 
styles 

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3. Planning, teaching and classroom management 


 

 

 

 

 

Proven ability to raise standards 

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Record of successful teaching: the ability to motivate, 
inspire and involve all students in their learning and self-
assessment 

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Plans teaching to achieve progression in students learning 

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Is able to identify and plan for differentiation 

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Makes effective use of assessment information on 
student’s attainment 

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Has high disciplinary standards and good behaviour 
management skills 

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Potential to teach to A ‘level 

 

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4. Monitoring, evaluation and review 


 

 

 

 

 

Is able to monitor and track student performance in 
relevant curriculum area. 

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Is able to review progress and implement change 

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5. Personal Qualities and attributes 


 

 

 

 

 

Flexible and approachable 

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Is able to foster positive relationships with students and 
enjoys seeing them learn and progress 

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Is flexible, able to work under pressure and meet 
deadlines 

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Is a strong role model for staff and students which 
includes having excellent professionalism, attendance and 
punctuality 

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6. Other professional requirements 


 

 

 

 

 

A commitment to, and understanding of, the wider 
aspects of student development, including tutoring, SMSC 
and the promotion of core British values 

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A willingness to initiate and participate in both cross 
curricular and extra-curricular activities 

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Is determined to promote a culture that celebrates 
success 

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