Job Description
Location: Cheltenham, UK
Position: Teacher of Computer Science (TLR)
Salary: MPS/UPS with TLR
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Start Date: September 2024
A prestigious and forward-thinking secondary school in Cheltenham is seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Computer Science to join our esteemed faculty. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious educator to take on a role with Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR), contributing to the continuous improvement of our high-achieving school.
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering engaging and effective lessons in Computer Science to students across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
- Developing and implementing a dynamic and inclusive curriculum that meets the needs of all learners.
- Leading and managing a team of colleagues, promoting best practices in teaching and learning.
- Monitoring and assessing student progress, providing feedback to support their academic development.
- Contributing to the wider school community through extracurricular activities and school events.
- Collaborating with senior leadership to drive initiatives that enhance the Computer Science department.
Requirements:
- A degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Proven experience in teaching Computer Science at the secondary level, with a strong track record of student achievement.
- Excellent knowledge of the national curriculum and examination board requirements for Computer Science.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in managing or coordinating a team.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with educational trends and technologies.
- A proactive and innovative approach to teaching and learning.
Desirable:
- Experience in leading a department or holding a position of responsibility within a school.
- Additional qualifications or professional development in educational leadership or technology integration.
For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this advert with an up-to-date copy of your CV, highlighting your relevant work experience, contact details and a covering letter indicating why you should be considered along with your availability to interview.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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