Reporting to: Madrasah Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher Location: Green Lane Masjid and Community Centre
BACKGROUND TO GLMCC:
Green Lane Masjid and Community Centre is a leading UK mosque situated in the heart of Birmingham serving
the community since 1979. Operating from its award-winning grade II listed Victorian building, GLMCC fulfils its
mission of inspiring, educating and serving through its educational college, outreach work, welfare services,
youth work, international humanitarian wing, as well as its fully functional mosque which is attended by thousands
every week
1. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
Green Lane Masjid is looking for Madrasah Qur’an Teachers who are passionate, hardworking
and professional. We are seeking individuals who are able to encourage and inspire the students
to love the Quran; who have the personal drive and the energy to motivate and inspire
students.
2. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ROLE
Teaching, Learning and Assessments
• Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the Madrasah’s
programme of study
• Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of
pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
• Make best use of all resources to support the attainment of students.
• Set high classroom standards and expectations which motivate and inspire pupils
• Manage pupil behaviour in the classroom and ensure health and safety guidelines are
adhered to
• Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
• Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
• Complete pupil reports according to Madrasah Reporting Guidelines
Training, Development and Appraisal
• Attend all scheduled staff training sessions including day, weekend or evening courses
• Maintain updated individual Continuous Professional Development record
• Participate in further training and development, as required, in order to improve own
• teaching
• Actively engage with the madrasah’s monitoring and evaluation cycles in order to evaluate
• teaching performances
• Participate with performance management of professional practice
Health, Safety and Discipline:
• Promote safeguarding
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils
• Maintain good order and discipline in pupils, managing behaviour effectively,
to ensure a good and safe learning environment
• Ensure the safety and good conduct among pupils by carrying out an appropriate share of
supervision of pupils on their arrival at and departure from Madrasah
Other:
• Notify the Headteacher/Deputy Headteacher as early as possible of any absence or lateness,and set appropriate cover work
• Register daily pupil attendance, and inform management of consistent pupil absences and lateness
• Carry out any such duties as may be reasonably required by the Headteacher
• Plan and participate in Madrasah Parents’ Evenings, award ceremonies, and assemblies as
• directed by the Headteacher/ Deputy Headteacher
3. PERSON SPECIFICATION (EXPERIENCE, ATTRIBUTES, QUALIFICATIONS)
CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL/
DESIRABLE
QUALIFICATIONS:
1
Hafidh Al-Qur’an or a qualification in Tajweed
DESIRABLE
EXPERIENCE:
2
Successful teaching experience of reading and teaching Qur’an with
Tajweed Skills
ESSENTIAL
3
Proven experience in an Islamic educational institution
ESSENTIAL
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
4
A strong commitment to improving educational opportunities
ESSENTIAL
5
Have a good command and understanding of Qur’an and its science and
the English language
ESSENTIAL
6
Commitment to producing the best outcomes for all pupils, and
promoting the Islamic ethos and values of the Madrasah
ESSENTIAL
7
Strong Islamic character and values.
ESSENTIAL
8
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
ESSENTIAL
9
Energy, enthusiasm, flexibility and resilience
ESSENTIAL
10
An excellent record of attendance and punctuality
ESSENTIAL
11
Ability to produce high quality teaching materials and share
good practice
ESSENTIAL
11
IT literate and competent in using MS Office packages (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
ESSENTIAL
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, it is not an exhaustive or
comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Due to the nature of the
role, the responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the
job description. Other duties, as assigned, might be part of the job. Ultimately, all post holders at
Green Lane Masjid and Community Centre are expected to be working to the best of their abilities
seeking the pleasure of Allah (SWT).
