Teacher - Primary

TEACHERS’ (TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT) REGULATIONS (NORTHERN IRELAND) 1987 – Schedule 3

Regulation 5:
General professional duties

• Exercise of general professional duties

JOB TITLE: Teacher – Primary

REPORTS TO: Principal

• Exercise of general professional duties
• Exercise of particular duties
  • As directed by the Principal or Board, perform duties reasonably assigned

• Promote general progress and well‑being of pupils assigned to the teacher
• Provide advice and guidance on educational, social matters, further education and careers; supply information on expert advice; maintain records and reports
• Record and report on personal and social needs of pupils, unless such disclosure would compromise the teacher
• Communicate and consult with parents of pupils
• Communicate and cooperate with approved external persons or bodies
• Participate in meetings relating to these purposes

Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references for pupils and groups, unless such disclosure would compromise the teacher.

• Participate in staff development schemes and performance reviews
• Review teaching methods and programmes; engage in further training and development
• Advise and cooperate with the Principal and other teachers on course preparation, teaching materials, programmes, methods, assessment and pastoral arrangements

• Maintain good order and discipline; safeguard health and safety while on school premises and during authorised activities
• Participate in meetings relating to curriculum or administration, including pastoral arrangements

Arrange and assess pupils for public examinations; record and report assessments; supervise pupils during examinations.

• Contribute to selection and professional development of other teachers; coordinate or manage work of other teachers; participate in management and development of curriculum, organisation and pastoral functions
• Participate in administrative tasks related to duties; manage/support staff; order equipment and materials
• Attend assemblies; register pupils’ attendance; supervise pupils before, during or after sessions

• Supervise and teach pupils if the teacher is unavailable, subject to enrolment and class‑level thresholds
• Provide guidelines for cover based on school size and class level

This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and may be adjusted accordingly. Other duties of a similar nature may be assigned from time to time.

In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post‑holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard to equality legislation at all times.

• Demonstrate how you meet the required criteria in your application form.
• Meet criteria before the closing date unless otherwise stated.
• Shortlisting will be based on essential criteria; the selection panel may apply desirable criteria.
• Additional scrutiny may be applied if there are numerous applications.

Factor

Essential Criteria

Method of Assessment

Qualifications / Professional Membership

• Hold a teaching qualification…