Teacher of Business / IT and Computer Science

Job Title Teacher of Business and IT/Computer Science Location St John Plessington Catholic College Responsible To Head of Department Salary Grade MPS Contract This is a full-time, permanent contract Start Date As soon as possible Closing Date for Applications Friday 18th October 2024 at 12.00pm An enthusiastic, dynamic and inspirational Teacher of Business Studies and IT/Computer Science is required to join a thriving and highly successful curriculum area which has made a major contribution to the strong examination results achieved throughout the College. This role represents an incredibly exciting opportunity for any candidate who is eager to be a part of an organisation that seeks to secure the very highest educational standards for pupils, who has high standards, commitment, passion, and the ability to teach KS3 Computer Science, BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Enterprise and BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business across the full ability range. The department is dynamic, supportive and successful with a long history of excellent results at KS4 & 5. A flexible practitioner, you will teach across a wide ability range while maintaining high expectations for all learners, as well as a desire to help every child fulfill their potential. The successful candidate will share in our vision for Catholic Education as part of a successful and experienced Business Studies/IT/Computer Science department, which is committed to raising academic standards for all students whilst supporting the spiritual and moral development of the whole person. We are looking for teachers who:

• Want to transform children's lives and develop a love of Business Studies, ICT and Computer Science
• Are excellent classroom practitioners
• Work well with staff and students alike
• Are looking to join a community of schools that promotes the formation of young people into successful citizens
• Are interested in developing their practice and committed to their own professional development
We offer:
• A unique opportunity to work for a MAT which includes the lead school for Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub and a cutting edge Teaching School Hub
• Mentoring and high level training
• Encouragement to develop your career with excellent promotion opportunities and opportunities to engage in system leadership
• A caring environment with well-being and work/life balance at its core
• Inclusion in whole school and MAT teams - working together to achieve ambitious outcomes whilst valuing every individual's contribution
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Holy Family Multi Academy Trust will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process. To assist in this part of the process we would appreciate it if you would complete the attached Social Media form and return it with your application. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service. All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. To apply for this position, please send a covering letter, a completed application form and the completed recruitment documents attached to the vacancy listing, for the attention of Mr P McLoughlin, Headteacher, to recruitment@hfcmat.com. For further information please visit the 'Vacancies' section on our website www.stjohnplessington.com. If we receive a high volume of relevant applications, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised closing date, so please apply as soon as you can. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.

An enthusiastic, dynamic and inspirational Teacher of Business Studies and IT/Computer Science is required to join a thriving and highly successful curriculum area which has made a major contribution to the strong examination results achieved throughout the College. This role represents an incredibly exciting opportunity for any candidate who is eager to be a part of an organisation that seeks to secure the very highest educational standards for pupils, who has high standards, commitment, passion, and the ability to teach KS3 Computer Science, BTEC Level 2 Tech Award in Enterprise and BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business across the full ability range. The department is dynamic, supportive and successful with a long history of excellent results at KS4 & 5. A flexible practitioner, you will teach across a wide ability range while maintaining high expectations for all learners, as well as a desire to help every child fulfill their potential. The successful candidate will share in our vision for Catholic Education as part of a successful and experienced Business Studies/IT/Computer Science department, which is committed to raising academic standards for all students whilst supporting the spiritual and moral development of the whole person. We are looking for teachers who:
• Want to transform children's lives and develop a love of Business Studies, ICT and Computer Science
• Are excellent classroom practitioners
• Work well with staff and students alike
• Are looking to join a community of schools that promotes the formation of young people into successful citizens
• Are interested in developing their practice and committed to their own professional development
  
  A unique opportunity to work for a MAT which includes the lead school for Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub and a cutting edge Teaching School Hub
• Mentoring and high level training
• Encouragement to develop your career with excellent promotion opportunities and opportunities to engage in system leadership
• A caring environment with well-being and work/life balance at its core
• Inclusion in whole school and MAT teams - working together to achieve ambitious outcomes whilst valuing every individual's contribution
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Holy Family Multi Academy Trust will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process. To assist in this part of the process we would appreciate it if you would complete the attached Social Media form and return it with your application. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service. All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.