take responsibility for the progress of a class of primary-age pupils
organise the classroom and learning resources and create displays to encourage a positive learning environment
plan, prepare and present lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class
motivate pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation
maintain discipline
prepare and mark work to facilitate positive pupil development
meet requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils' development
ensure that pupils are safe and that all child protection and safeguarding measures are followed in accordance with school and national policies
provide feedback to parents and carers on a pupil's progress at parents' evenings and other meetings
coordinate activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum, and support colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area
work with other teachers, teaching assistants and other relevant professionals to plan and coordinate work
keep up to date with changes and developments in the structure of the curriculum
organize and take part in school events, outings and activities, which may take place at weekends or in the evening
liaise with colleagues and work flexibly, particularly in smaller schools
work with parents and school governors (in England, Northern Ireland and Wales) or parent councils (in Scotland) to maximize their involvement in the school and the development of resources for the school
meet with other professionals such as education welfare officers and educational psychologists, if required.