The posting
Responsibilities
To meet the Professional Standards for Teachers and the Teachers statement of Conditions of Employment from the School Teachers’ Review Body (STRB)
Learning and Teaching
To maintain good standards of learning and teaching in Catering.
To help develop appropriate teaching resources, practical activities and schemes of work.
To implement school and departmental policies and procedures.
To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor
To monitor and follow up student progress, identifying areas for development and providing appropriate support.
To assist in developing the use of ICT and digital resources to enhance learning and teaching in Catering.
To develop active and practical learning techniques that engage students and develop their knowledge, understanding and practical skills.
To use Assessment for Learning effectively to assess understanding and inform future planning.
To plan and deliver highly effective lessons that challenge all students and ensure that all students make progress.
To teach and promote safe working practices, including food hygiene, food safety, personal hygiene and the safe use of catering equipment.
To keep up to date with national developments in the teaching of Catering, Food and related subjects.
Academic Curriculum
To contribute to the development and delivery of an appropriate, ambitious and high-quality Catering curriculum, including relevant accreditation.
To support the delivery of GCSE, BTEC and other relevant qualifications, as required by the school.
To develop students' knowledge and understanding of food preparation, cooking techniques, nutrition, menu planning and the principles of professional catering.
To provide opportunities for students to develop practical competence, creativity, independence and an understanding of the catering and hospitality industry.
To ensure that practical activities are appropriately planned, resourced and supervised, taking account of students' needs and relevant health and safety requirements.
Knowledge of National curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4.
Assessment, Monitoring and Reporting
To assess and mark students' classwork, practical work and home learning in accordance with the whole-school policy.
To maintain accurate records of student attendance, attainment and progress, and monitor classwork and home learning to ensure that it is completed in accordance with the whole-school policy.
To report to parents and carers through scheduled parents' evenings and online reporting arrangements.
To take a full part in school and departmental meetings.
To set clear, challenging and achievable targets for students to enhance their progress and achievement.
To assess students' practical skills and theoretical understanding, providing constructive feedback to support improvement.
To use assessment information to identify underachievement, inform planning and implement appropriate intervention strategies.
Additional Duties
To play a full part in the life of the school community, support its distinctive mission and ethos, and encourage students to follow this example.
To contribute fully to the extracurricular life of the school, including Catering-related activities and events where appropriate.
To promote and safeguard the welfare of all Clarion School students.
To attend all meetings held in directed time, as required.
To share in supervisory duties according to the school's published rotas.
To keep up to date with school information, including the weekly bulletin, staff handbook and relevant school policies.
To participate in arrangements within an agreed national framework for the appraisal of your performance.
To continue personal and professional development as agreed.
To ensure that catering rooms, practical workspaces and equipment are used safely and responsibly, reporting any hazards, faults or maintenance requirements promptly.
To ensure that food storage, preparation, handling and disposal are carried out in accordance with relevant food hygiene and safety requirements.
To manage practical resources and ingredients responsibly, supporting effective stock control and minimising waste.
Promotion of School
To support the Headteacher and staff in the review, implementation, development and monitoring of whole-school policies that promote the school's values, aims and objectives.
To contribute to whole-school events as and when required, including Catering-related activities where appropriate.
To be aware of the school's duty of care in relation to staff, students and visitors, and to comply with all health and safety policies at all times.
To be aware of and comply with the school's codes of conduct, regulations and policies, including its commitment to equal opportunities.
To promote the value of Catering and Food education in developing students' practical life skills, healthy eating habits, independence and awareness of future education and employment opportunities.
To contribute to a positive image of Clarion through professional conduct, effective communication and the promotion of high standards.
This job description is current at the date indicated below but, in consultation with the postholder, it may be changed by the Headteacher to reflect or anticipate changes in the post commensurate with the grade or job title.
Early Closure of Advertisement
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications or appoint a suitable candidate. We therefore encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
