Establishment: Co-op Academy Swinton Location: Co-op Academy Swinton Salary: 31,650 - 49,084 Department: IT Job Type: Full Time Key Stage: Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Closing Date: 20/01/2025 08:00 Interview Date: TBC Start Date: TBC
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: MPS/UPS & TLR 2D, £8,279
The Role
Are you ready to inspire and lead? At Co-op Academy Swinton, we are seeking a dynamic Head of Computer Science, Creative Imedia and Enterprise (Maternity Cover) to guide curriculum, foster collaboration, and elevate student outcomes!
Our aim is to ensure that our students are given every opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their background. We are looking to appoint a teacher who shares our vision for a learning environment and curriculum that is ambitious as well as supportive and nurturing.
As well as academic success, we focus on and take great pride in our students' behaviour. We aim for high achievement in an environment which is based on rewards, not sanctions. Working closely with our teaching body, our caring and experienced pastoral team are always on hand to help and support our students through their secondary school journey.
Successful candidates will be proactive, well organised and passionate about creating the best possible environment for our staff and students. Experience of teaching across the secondary age and ability using a variety and range of teaching and learning styles, as well as successfully teaching Computing, Business or Media in one or more UK state secondary schools at both Key Stages 3 and 4 as a qualified teacher is essential.
At Co-op Academy Swinton, we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional educational experience for our students and fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for our staff. You will be working with passionate colleagues who are dedicated to challenging and supporting students in equal measure.
Why us?
Our academy provides a place for pupils aged 11-16. We are easily commutable from all areas of the North West with Swinton train station less than a 5-minute walk away. We have a dedicated team of staff who build and share positive relationships and a caring culture with our wonderful students. This was highlighted in our recent Ofsted inspection (June 2024), where we were graded 'Good' in all areas.
Our Values
Being part of the Co-operative Group, we are guided and driven by the Co-op values which are embedded in everything that we do within our Academy - We strive to demonstrate the following ethical values in everything we do:
1. Self-help
2. Self-responsibility
3. Equality
4. Equity
5. Democracy
6. Solidarity
If you believe in our values, we would love to hear from you!
How to apply
Closing date: 8am, Monday, 20th January 2025
If you'd like to have an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Jordan Simmons, Associate Assistant Vice Principal, by e-mailing jordan.simmons@coopacademies.co.uk
If you have any issues regarding your application via the FACEED system, please contact Hannah Murphy, HR Advisor, by emailing hannah.murphy@coopacademies.co.uk
For more information about the Co-op Academies Trust, please visit: www.coopacademies.co.uk
The Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnerships.
Minimum Requirements
* Qualified Teacher Status
* Degree or equivalent qualification
* Hold a leadership qualification (Desirable)
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