Lead Teacher of Computer Science

Job Title: Lead Teacher of Computer Science

Grade: MPS/UPS + TLR 2A

Hours: Full time

Accountable to: Faculty Lead

Closing date for applications: 4th November 2024

We reserve the right to withdraw the advert, should we find a suitable candidate.

Interviews: W/C 11th October 2024 - (date to be confirmed)

Appointment to commence: January 2025

Bishop Justus is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable Lead Teacher of Computer science, who can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge. We are driven by a pursuit of high academic standards regardless of background and a desire for all students to experience an exceptional education. Experience teaching Computer science GCSE and A-level is essential.

Our ideal candidate will:

· Be an excellent Lead Teacher of Computer Science;

· Have a love of the subject and desire and ability to convey this to students;

· Be enthusiastic and open to innovation;

· Possess effective communication skills and be emotionally intelligent;

· Possess effective ICT skills and be open to new uses of technology in the workplace;

· Be committed to extra-curricular activities including lunch and after-school clubs;

· Be committed to continuing professional learning;

· Have integrity, optimism and a good sense of humour;

· Hold a good honours degree along with fully qualified teacher status.

In return, we offer:

· A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues;

· A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do;

· A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals;

· A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students' life chances;

· A school in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.

We would be pleased to welcome you for an informal visit prior to application.

We are committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we expect all our staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

As an employee of the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust you are required to have regard to the character of the Trust and its foundation and to undertake not to do anything in any way contrary to the interests of the foundation.

Bishop Justus is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable Lead Teacher of Computer science, who can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge. We are driven by a pursuit of high academic standards regardless of background and a desire for all students to experience an exceptional education. Experience teaching Computer science GCSE and A-level is essential.

Our ideal candidate will:

· Be an excellent Lead Teacher of Computer Science;

· Have a love of the subject and desire and ability to convey this to students;

· Be enthusiastic and open to innovation;

· Possess effective communication skills and be emotionally intelligent;

· Possess effective ICT skills and be open to new uses of technology in the workplace;

· Be committed to extra-curricular activities including lunch and after-school clubs;

· Be committed to continuing professional learning;

· Have integrity, optimism and a good sense of humour;

· Hold a good honours degree along with fully qualified teacher status.

In return, we offer:

· A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues;

· A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do;

· A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals;

· A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students' life chances;

· A school in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.

As an employee of the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust you are required to have regard to the character of the Trust and its foundation and to undertake not to do anything in any way contrary to the interests of the foundation.