What skills and experience we're looking for
You will:
• Develop and articulate a coherent vision for Computing & Media showing a commitment to continuous improvement and short, medium and long term planning, in line with the Trust Development Plan.
• Play a significant role in the formulation of subject specific development and improvement plans.
• Support the delivery and implementation of the Trust IT strategy.
• Provide leadership and support in the improvement of high standards of professional practice.
• Contribute to the overall strategic direction and delivery of the Trust’s aims and objectives by providing advice, challenge, insights and experience that will be beneficial to the activity and development of the organisation.
• Proactively devise and implement subject policies and procedures within relevant Trust policies.
You will be/have:
• Qualified Teacher Status.
• A degree (or equivalent) in a Computing related subject.
• Experience of successfully leading a Computing department.
• Excellent leadership and management skills, ensuring that areas of development amongst the team are identified and addressed effectively.
• A track record of success in the teaching and learning of Computing.
• Ability to lead people and motivate others to share and support the subject vision.
• Ability to identify skills within the team and utilise those skills to the benefit of the Trust, individual and department.
• A commitment to inspiring pupils and staff in the development of teaching initiatives and strategies, promoting Science as a subject.
A commitment to Castleford Academy Trust’s vision and values.
What the school offers its staff
As part of our team at Castleford Academy Trust, you will have access to a comprehensive package of wellbeing support designed exclusively for schools, providing access to a team of in-house wellbeing experts, counsellors, nurses and physiotherapists.
Commitment to safeguarding
Castleford Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For positions at Castleford Academy you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.