What skills and experience we're looking for
This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and outstanding Computer Science teacher who is passionate about enhancing the life chances of our students. You will be an integral part of the Computer Science team and willbe able to demonstratea proven record of accomplishment of success, particularly at Key Stages 4 and 5. The ability to teach level 2 iMedia and A-Level Computer Science is essential.
The Computer Science Department has a proven record of delivering fantastic GCSE and A-level exam results. Our pupils recognise the excellent reputation of the subject, and many go on to study Computer Science and related subjects at top institutions including Oxford, Cambridge and the Dyson Institute.
At Key Stage 3 students are taught a broad curriculum which consists of Computer Science, Computational Thinking and Digital Literacy. Students in years 7, 8 and 9 are taught in mixed ability groups and have a one-hour lesson per week.
At Key Stage 4 students can choose to study the OCR GCSE Computer Science or OCR iMedia as a vocational option. In the Sixth Form, we offer the new AQA A-Level Computer Science course. Our courses in the department are popular and we expect this to continue over the coming years.
If you firmly believe in making Computer Science learning engaging and relevant, then would be delighted to hear from you.
Ralph Allen is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: the successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and will need to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
What the school offers its staff
• Support and guidance for teachers keen to develop their pedagogy.
• A collaborative and innovative working environment.
• Opportunities for continual professional development.
• A chance to be part of a progressive and expanding department.
• Fantastic pupils who are ready to learn
• A vibrant school community and a supportive Senior Leadership Team
• A well-regarded and forward-thinking Trust
• An opportunity to work for an organisation who live out our core values ’respect, trust, courage and curiosity’
• A strong community of schools
• A culture of collective efficacy across the Trust
• An experienced, supportive and committed Central Team who work together to achieve the best for all children and colleagues
• A strong Trust Board and Local Governing Committee who are fully committed to continued improvement whilst caring for the wellbeing of all colleagues, children and communities
• A commitment to support your ongoing professional development within a supportive and developmental coaching culture
• Access to wellbeing support and tools
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.