What are we looking for?

• Ability to communicate clearly

• Ability to show speaking, reading and listening skills

• Awareness of and sensitivity to children’s physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs and to the range of attitudes and behaviours displayed by young children in school

• Enthusiasm and commitment to teaching

• Knowledge of current educational issues

• Openness to learning and continuing professional development

• Relevant ICT skills

• Openness to advice, guidance and positive professional criticism as part of development

• Personal professionalism including organisation, punctuality, attendance and dress

• To take individual responsibility and also work as a team

• Good health, physical and mental with the ability to cope with the demands of the course and the teaching profession showing resilience

• Commitment to equal opportunities

• A vision for teaching

• Work towards teaching standards