When the pupils finish Foundation Level, they start KS1. This stage covers Yr1 and Yr2 when the pupils will be aged from 5 to 7. It covers the infant period of a child's academic development. A lot of teachers enjoy this stage of development. The pupils build on their learning from Foundation Level and begin to be taught in a more formal way.
At the end of Key Stage 1 pupils are involved in SATS which are mainly administered by the Yr2 teacher. These tests often take a less formal (though just as important) approach than later Key Stage assessments. Teachers have flexibility over when to administer these tests. If you're interested in finding past papers then go to http://www.satspapers.org.uk/.
Supply teacher responsibilities include ensuring the safety of pupils:
- Take a register
- Make regular head counts of pupils, especially if the pupils have to leave the classroom
- Check you know exactly where every pupil you are responsible for is at all times, particularly if a pupil leaves the classroom for whatever reason
- Always make sure pupils go to an appropriate adult after school. Check with the school office if a pupil tells you about a change in his/her routine i.e. a different person will be collecting him/her from school
- Follow the school behavior management policy
Additional checklist:
- Always arrive with suitable work BUT if pupils have been set work by the school obviously that must be used
- Essential to mark all work unless you are instructed not to
- Leave a feedback comment/evaluation for the absent teacher
- Be prepared for PE by keeping a spare kit in the car boot
- Remember to enjoy the lesson and give lots of praise where possible
