61 being actively involved in reviewing curriculum needs and, in consultation with the Head of Department, to select courses that are appropriate to the needs of our students;
61 developing and managing courses and practical assessments in line with exam board specifications, including preparation of such and supervision of students during such assessments;
61 attending regular subject meetings of Physics staff at which curriculum planning, student progress, and teaching and learning needs are discussed and good practice can be shared;
61 engaging in peer assessments of teaching as requested, sharing best-practice and being open to new ideas;
61 taking part in the school’s rota of duties such as corridor supervision, supervision of detention etc.;
61 managing physical resources effectively;
61 implementing the department’s Health and Safety policy, including, in consultation with the Executive Principal, the development and updating of all relevant risk assessments;
61 implementing departmental targets and producing a self-assessment report each year;
61 ensuring that students hoping to study Physics or other related subjects at university are well-prepared, by participating in the continued development of an additional program of study;
61 providing predicted grades and comments to support university applications
61 enriching the curriculum within the subject. This might mean inviting speakers to the school or taking students on external visits;
61 thorough planning, preparation and clear presentation of lessons;
61 initiating, facilitating and moderating classroom discussions;
61 evaluating and grading students’ work, giving appropriate feedback and maintaining records of students’ progress and development;
61 researching new topic areas, maintaining up-to-date subject knowledge, and devising and writing new curriculum materials;
61 selecting and using a range of different learning resources and equipment;
61 preparing students for qualifications, including external examinations and as required;
61 managing student behavior in the classroom and on school premises;
61 participating in regular departmental and relevant management meetings, INSET, school training events, observation and professional review in order to maximize the quality of teaching;
61 writing regular, informative and individual reports on students;
61 attending annual parents’ evenings and any other required parental meeting;
61 invigilate exams as required;
61 supporting the schools’ Marketing and Admissions teams as required, by for example writing and marking occasional entrance tests or attending student recruitment events;
61 teaching a maximum of 24 lessons a week (co-curricular program/ECA is not included)