“Imagine the World”
Job description – Class teacher with TLR (2B) responsibility for Curriculum
Transformation (Whole School)
The Curriculum Transformation Leader (under the leadership of the
Deputy Head teacher) will:
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Transform the school’s curriculum so that it is designed to help all children to
develop in relation to clear and agreed purposes. The purposes should be
constructed so that they can directly influence decisions about curriculum
planning and delivery, pedagogy and assessment.
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Develop the purposes of the curriculum of the school so that children develop
as: ambitious, capable learners, ready to learn throughout their lives ,
enterprising, creative contributors, ready to play a full part in life and work ,
ethical, informed citizens of Wales and the world , healthy, confident
individuals, ready to lead fulfilling lives as valued members of society.
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Design the school’s curriculum, which will have six Areas of Learning and
Experience: Expressive arts; Health and well-being; Humanities; Languages,
literacy and communication; Mathematics and numeracy; and Science and
technology as outlined in the Successful Futures Document.
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Develop the pedagogical knowledge of all staff in order to enhance cross
curricular learning opportunities provided for all learners in literacy,
numeracy; and digital competence with a view to raising standards of
achievement and attainment.
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Transform the school’s learning environment in order to address the demands
of the new curriculum and provide challenging opportunities for independent
learning and higher order thinking skills
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Network and liaise with identified professionals, educational establishments,
pioneer schools in order to gather information in relation to best practice in
curriculum transformation
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Demonstrate outstanding practice in their own classroom and provide peer
support for all members of staff as and when required e.g. by supporting triad
groups within the school
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Consult and liaise with all stakeholders of the school when planning for
curriculum transformation
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Ensure that training and support, both internal and external, is organised
regularly to all members of staff
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Create their own opportunities to consider, explore and discover what makes
good teaching and learning and foster an environment where all staff take
ownership and responsibility to undertake their own pedagogical field
research.
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Consult with learners about learning styles and planning for the best learning
experiences.
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Collaborate with AoLe Leaders, supporting them to embed the cross curricular
responsibilities of literacy, numeracy and digital competency within each Area
of Learning & Experiences.
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Work collaboratively and supportively with the TLR holder for Curriculum
Transformation Assessment Recording and Reporting to ensure that policies
and procedures for curriculum transformation are reflected in the school’s
ARR policy and procedure.
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Monitor and review the impact of curriculum developments on the teaching
and learning experiences within the classroom and on standards achieved and
attained as a result.
Person Specification for class teacher with TLR 2B/Senior Leadership
Team
Leadership Skills
 Be part of a senior management team
 Lead and manage people to work both individually and in teams
 Support Senior Leaders by being proactive at all times including playtimes and
lunch times by being visible and around the school
 Keep up to date with all current national and local priorities
 Delegate, support and monitor effectively
 Aid the Head teacher, Deputy Head teacher and Senior Management Team to
initiate and manage change and transformation in pursuit of strategic
direction
 Motivate and inspire others by leading by example in setting and following
high standards of children and adults
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Seek advice and support when necessary whilst taking their own initiative
when appropriate in making decisions
Deal sensitively with people to resolve conflicts
Be willing to undertake relevant training and be proactive in developing others
through coaching and mentoring.
Have a sense of humour, and aspirations that enable them to think outside
the box…
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Decision making skills
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Investigate, resolve problems and make decisions
Make judgements based on sound evaluation and research, and make
decisions based upon innovative and successful educational practice
Think creatively and imaginatively to solve problems and identify
opportunities for successful strategic developments
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Communication skills
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Communicate clearly and take into account, where appropriate, the views of
others
Effectively communicate orally and in writing to a range of audiences,
including parents and other stakeholders
Negotiate positive outcomes and consult widely with others
Communicate with Governors and work collaboratively with the link
Governor for Curriculum transformation, including attending and presenting
to Curriculum transformation sub-committee
Deliver training to staff as and when necessary during ADDS and INSET
sessions
Self-Management Skills
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Plan time and organise work effectively and efficiently
Prioritise and manage time
Work under pressure and meet deadlines
Be self-motivating and set personal goals
Undertake field research and take responsibility, when appropriate for their
own professional reading and development
Teaching and Learning
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Be an exemplary practitioner who has high standards of all teaching and
learning and working in strategic partnership with all stakeholders to raise the
overall quality of teaching and learning from good to excellent
To work within the expectations of the class teacher person specification for
all teachers in the school
Support and develop the curriculum across the school ensuring that all
children receive broad, balanced, rich and memorable learning experiences
Use data effectively to improve standards of attainment and achievement for
all learners
School Ethos
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Support and contribute the development of the school’s own vision for a high
quality and inclusive education
Ensure that the school’s atmosphere is welcoming and inspiring and that
parents and carers are encouraged to take an active part in the life of the
school and their child’s education
Embrace the school’s vision ‘Imagine the World’
Personal qualities and attributes
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Adaptable to changing circumstances and ideas
Energetic and enthusiastic
Loyal, committed and reliable
A good sense of humour
Self-motivated
Aspiring Deputy/Head teacher committed to their own professional
development
Has the desire to improve life chances for all children in Wales