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Morningside Primary School

Music Teacher Application Pack

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Contents Page

3 Welcome

4 About us

5 Working in partnership

6 Working with the community

7 School development plan

8 Job description

10 Person Specification

11 How to apply

12 Contact information

Morningside Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.

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Welcome

Dear applicant,

Thank you very much for your interest in becoming an Music teacher at Morningside Primary School. I hope you will find this information a useful introduction to our school.

Morningside is a lively two-form entry primary school in the London borough of Hackney, located very close to Hackney Central in the heart of a diverse, vibrant and exciting community. Our children come from truly diverse backgrounds, many different languages are spoken. Our school has been through a period of considerable change over the last few years and our aim is to build on the hard work that enabled the school to make rapid improvements and to secure excellent learning opportunities for all of our families.

Morningside Primary School is looking to recruit a passionate music teacher to provide inspirational music teaching at our school. The successful candidate will teach whole class music lessons, will inspire our children to appreciate music and raise the profile of music across the school. They will work with the local authority music service to provide a wide range of high quality learing opportunities in music and will also lead on weekly music assemblies in all phases of the school.

Our Music teacher will join a very committed and hard-working staff who all want to ensure that every child fulfils its potential, both now and in the future. If you are an energetic teacher committed to helping children to make progress in every lesson, every day, we would like to hear from you.

Please find further guidance on Morningside School, the type of teachers we are seeking to appoint and details on how to apply for the post within this pack.

We warmly welcome and encourage school visits. Please contact the school office on 020 8985 5382 and speak to Danielle McCready to arrange a suitable date and time.

Yours sincerely,

Janet Taylor Headteacher

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About Us Morningside is a two-form entry primary school with a Children's Centre. The

community is culturally and ethnically diverse and we pride ourselves on being an

inclusive school.

Our vision is for the school to be:

A place where children can achieve their full potential in academic, creative, personal, physical, moral and spiritual

development;

A caring place where children and adults feel they make a contribution and are valued as individuals; A place where

everyone is aware of their rights and responsibilities and where children learn respect for themselves and others.

A partnership between children, parents, staff and the community as a whole.

Our age range is from 3 to 11 years old and we have 444 children

on roll.

There are two classes in each year group with 30 pupils in each

class.

We have two Nursery classes with sessions in the morning

afternoon.

36% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

65% of pupils speak English as an additional language.

11% of pupils are at school action plus or have a statement.

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Primary Advantage Federation

Morningside Primary School is a part of the Primary Advantage

Federation.

We are a group of schools working together because we believe our

schools can gain many benefits from working collaboratively and can

achieve more by working together. We have made a commitment to

a shared responsibility to the wider education community, the

provision of good quality education and the improvement of life

chances for pupils in the community beyond that of our own schools.

Teachers, support staff, school leaders and Governors have added

expertise in working alongside colleagues to improve provision and

outcomes for pupils.

WHAT IS OUR APPROACH?

We work in partnership, pooling our expertise and resources

in order to achieve collectively what we may not be able to

achieve individually

We believe passionately in improving the life chances for our

pupils

We do not tolerate low expectations

We match tried and tested strategies that we know work to

the needs of the schools and use our experience of

supporting schools in successfully implementing them

We promote a collaborative approach whilst developing the

capacity of each school to serve its own community and

retain its distinct identity

We recognise the importance of individuality, spontaneity

and creativity in developing innovation

WHAT OUTCOMES DO WE WANT?

Every teacher is a good teacher; every school is a good school

Teachers who use the most effective teaching methods to

motivate learners and raise aspirations. As a result all pupils

will make good or better progress

Quality learning environments where pupils feel safe and

secure, known and valued and motivated to learn. Robust

teaching and application of ICT skills ensure our pupils are

properly equipped for the next stage of learning

Curriculum provision which inspires and motivates pupils and

broadens their horizons. Our curriculum supports community

cohesion through an international curriculum strand

We work with precision and move incrementally towards

achieving outstanding grades in the majority of aspects of

each school’s work

Through pupil partnership work we continue to break down

locally perceived boundaries and help pupils to work

harmoniously with pupils from other areas of Hackney

We seek to maximise the

efficiency and

effectiveness of each

school by capitalising on

centralised services and

sharing systems

Working in Partnership

Find out more about Primary Advantage Federation

by visiting

www.primaryadvantage.co.uk

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Working With the Community

WITH SECONDARY SCHOOLS

The move to secondary school is an important step for pupils and parents. We work in partnership with our local secondary

schools and the Hackney Learning Trust to ensure our children and their families are well-informed about the transfer

process. The children participate in visits to local schools and we invite secondary teachers to visit our school for specialist

lessons.

CHILDRENS CENTRE

Morningside Children’s Centre is a place where families can access a range of different services, based under one roof, to

help and support. The Centre brings all the different support agencies together to offer a range of services to meet parents’

and children’s needs, all in one place.

Our Centre is somewhere children can make friends and learn as they play. Families can get professional advice on health

and family matters, learn about training and job opportunities or just socialise with other people. There are a range of

activities available at the Morningside Children’s Centre each day. These change on a monthly basis. Below is an overview

of our current provision.

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School Development Plan

Criteria 1 - Achievement for Pupils

To ensure that attainment at the end of KS2 and KS1 is at least in

line with national in reading, writing and maths.

To ensure that progress from KS1 to KS2 is in line with national

expectations.

To increase the % of pupils achieving L3 in KS1 and L6 in KS2.

Ensure outcomes at end of EYFS demonstrate good progress,

particularly in reading.

To accelerate progress in reading in Y5 so that the attainment gap

closes rapidly.

Criteria 2 - Teaching and learning

To ensure 100% of teaching is Good and 40% is Outstanding.

To ensure robust induction systems are rapidly improving the

quality of teaching and learning for early stage.

teachers and teachers new to the school.

To ensure SFA is fully embedded: pupil and teacher engagement is

high.

To ensure outdoor learning in EYFS is effectively organised and

facilitates clearly planned learning opportunities and assessment.

Criteria 3 - Behaviour and Safety of Pupils

To ensure learning behaviours are embedded throughout the

school community.

To develop an aspirational suite of rewards.

Ensure new pupil inductions are effective.

To encourage parents to engage with school policies and expecta-

tions.

Criteria 4 - Leadership and Management

PPG is deployed efficiently and reviewed accurately.

To ensure the new SEN Code of Practice is embedded.

Accurate monitoring leads to well managed CPD that is closely

matched to the needs of all staff.

Self-evaluation continues to be robust, concerted and effective.

Cultural differences to be celebrated.

Subject leaders to drive teaching.

MLT to develop robust work logs, driven by progress.

School readiness for Nursery and Reception; secondary transfers.

Parental engagement impacts positively on the children.

Our key priorities for 2014-15 are as follows:

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Role Summary

1.1 The current School Teachers’ Pay and

Conditions document describes duties which are

required to be undertaken by teachers in the

course of their employment. In addition certain

particular duties are reasonably required to be

exercised, and completed in a satisfactory manner.

It is the contractual duty of the class teacher to

ensure that his/her professional duties are

discharged effectively.

1.2 This job description sets out the duties to

be undertaken and performed to the satisfaction

of the Executive Principal/Head of School and

governing body by the class teacher. The duties

set out below relate to the overall class teaching

requirements and related expectations of a class

teacher.

Key Tasks and Activities

1. Within the class: to ensure the full

implementation of the National Curriculum

Orders, or the Foundation Stage content

as defined in current DCSF documentation

(as applicable to the year group) and in

accordance with school policies.

2. Create a positive, stimulating and

innovative environment for learning.

Maintain a well organised classroom with

appropriate displays, resource areas and

materials.

3. Plan and implement a curriculum

to meet the needs of all pupils in

the class and develop personal

and social aspects of learning.

4. Develop effective ways of

overcoming barriers to learning

and sustain effective teaching

through the assessment of

learning.

5. To keep under review the

methods of planning and

delivery of the curriculum,

recording pupils’ progress and

make any required assessments.

6. To monitor and report the quality

of pupil attainment to the

Executive Principal/Head of

School and governing body.

7. To assist in the selection of

resources for the curriculum.

8. Monitor and assess own

performance and take a proactive

approach to professional

development.

9. Effectively manage pupil

behaviour, encouraging a high

standard of behaviour and mutual

respect between pupils and all

members of the school

community.

Music Teacher - Job Description

Job Title: Music Teacher

Reports To: Governing Body Executive Principal/Head teacher and

Members of Senior Management team

Direct Reports: Ancillary staff when based in their classroom

Area of Responsibility: Monday to Friday - AM

Salary: Mainscale

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10. To promote and facilitate parental

involvement in teaching and learning

through a shared school/home

approach.

11. To work with support staff and other

teachers in the classroom to

effectively plan for a range of needs

and be supportive of and sensitive to

the needs of other colleagues.

12. Encourage interaction and teamwork

within the school, share ideas and

new initiatives and identify new ways

of teaching the curriculum. When

required, take a leading role in an

area of school development.

13. To advise other staff including NQTs,

and students on teaching practice,

and to assist with inset for staff and

governors when required to do so.

14. To work with Hackney LEA on local

and national initiatives for all the

National Curriculum.

15. Supporting team commitment with

colleagues through collaborative

planning.

Particular Specific Responsibility -

Music

1. Teaching class music across

EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

2. Providing support and advice to

colleagues for cross curricula

music.

3. Leading school choir and other

music ensembles.

4. Leading weekly singing

assemblies.

5. Leading and organising whole

school musical events,

performances and visits.

6. Providing other general class

teaching duties as directed by

the Headteacher.

7. Providing scheduled teacher

cover release.

8. Giving every child the

opportunity to reach their

potential.

Other Responsibilities

In addition to undertake such duties of a similar

nature as may be reasonably directed by the

Executive Principal/Head of School from time to

time.

Note: The duties and responsibilities of this post

may vary from time to time according to the

changing needs of the school. This job

description may be reviewed at the discretion of

the Executive Principal/Head of School in the

light of those changing requirements and in

consultation with the class teacher and

governing body.

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1. Qualifications

Degree level qualification

Postgraduate professional Qualification e.g. Postgraduate

Certificate in Education

QTS (including skills tests)

Grade 5 in ABRSM or GCSE in Music

2. Communication

Applies effective verbal communication skills

Presents information and ideas clearly, by using language appropriate to the audience

Positively influences the opinions of others through factual discussion

Adapts personal style to suit individual situation and needs

Creates an environment of trust by delivering on promises

Utilises report-writing skills to accurately reflect a situation through positive language

Confident in leading staff meetings as appropriate

3. Other Skills Required for Role

To be able to conduct whole class singing and the playing of instruments

To be able to lead and produce whole class performances

To be able to read music to a basic level

Demonstrates excellent classroom practice

Exercises flexibility in order to accommodate changes in work priorities

Balances tasks and resources in the organisation of a wide range of activities

Provides contingencies to deal with the unexpected

Thinks clearly and logically in working through a problem making referrals as appropriate

Anticipates workload and plans ahead

Monitors progress against key performance indicators

Enthusiastic and positive attitude

Awareness of the needs of children who have a variety of needs

4. Accountability/Freedom to act

Makes routine decisions based upon guidelines and procedures laid down in the established framework

Contributes towards the effective delivery of performance targets, objectives and standards

Leads by example in standards of behaviour in the work environment

5. Leadership/Management skills.

Ability to lead school based projects or developments.

Personal Specification -

Music Teacher

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Applicants are asked to complete all the

standard information required on the

Primary Advantage application form, to

submit a supporting statement, addressing

all the criteria identified in the person

specification.

Please specify the role you are applying for:

Music Teacher quoting reference Mside/

MT

Candidates are advised that when

completing the references section on the

application form to please ensure that:

• Your first referee is your current, or most

recent, employer

• You provide a referee who can confirm

your ability for the role

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to teach

an activity or lesson and will be advised of

the details of the lesson observation prior to

interview.

Candidates must ensure that if they are successful at

interview, that they are able to provide evidence of

their Right to Work and Remain in the UK. The school is

not able to employ any person who cannot validate

their Right to Work and Remain in the UK in the line

with the Asylum, Immigration and Nationality Act 2000.

Successful candidates will be required to apply for an

enhanced Criminal Record Check via the DBS. We are

committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare

of our children and expect all members of staff to share

this commitment.

Completed application forms must be received by

Wednesday 14th May 2014.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 20th May

If you have any queries or would like to arrange to visit our

school, please contact Danielle McCready on

0208 985 5382 or email

dmccready@morningside.hackney.sch.uk

We look forward to receiving your application.

How To Apply

Successful Candidates

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Morningside Primary School

Chatham Place

Hackney

London

E9 6LL

Tel: 0208 985 5382

Email: admin@morningside.hackney.sch.uk

Website: www.morningside.hackney.sch.uk

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