Teaching Standards 5 - 8

5    Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils 
a) know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively.
b) have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these.
c) demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of children, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of development.
d) have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them.


6    Make accurate and productive use of assessment. 
a) know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements
b) make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress
c) use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons
d) give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond to the feedback.

7    Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment.
a) have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy
b) have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly
c) manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to involve and motivate them
d) maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary.

8    Fulfil wider professional responsibilities 
a) make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
b) develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support
c) deploy support staff effectively
d) take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues
e) communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being