EXPIRED

This job expired on 20 May 2022

  • Job start date

    1 September 2022

  • Closing date

    20 May 2022 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    9 May 2022

Job details

Job role

  • Head of year or phase
  • Head of department or curriculum

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Subject

Computing

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

MPR/UPR plus TLR 2b (R&R available for exceptional candidate)

Curriculum Leader of Computer Science job summary

An exciting and fulfilling opportunity exists for a passionate and creative teacher and leader to join a talented and committed computing team, at Cove School in Hampshire. The position has arisen due to the long-standing curriculum leader being promoted in a new school. We are looking for an inspirational individual with the ability to teach 11-16-year-old children computer science. Cove School has a high number of students who opt for the subject and we have strong links with local industries, universities and British / Euro space agencies. We are a forward-thinking school with a strong sense of community and care for staff and students. You will lead a small dedicated specialist team, whilst supporting whole school STEM and e-learning initiatives. Our aim, quite simply, is to make sure that every child, in every lesson is cared for and achieves academic excellence. That is at the heart of what we believe and try to live up to. This is a unique opportunity for a collaborative and motivated individual who wants to take the next step in their teaching career by joining a great teaching team. An opportunity exists to develop computing and e-learning school wide for a motivated and innovative individual. We are looking to appoint a colleague who will: • Be passionate and committed to motivating and challenging both students and staff • Keep the profile of Computer Science high within the school • Work across the school to develop e-learning and be part of STEM initiatives • Ensure the smooth and effective running of the computing department • Ensure the computing team maintains high standards in Teaching and Learning and student progress • Be a forward-thinking, visionary person looking to develop the computer science further • Have a willingness to contribute to wider school life with a good sense of humour In return you can expect: • Excellent support and a wide range of opportunities for professional development. The school has an excellent reputation for ongoing professional development. • A dedicated team that places students at the heart of everything. • Great students who are proud to be part of Cove School. • An open and honest professional culture and learning community. • A well-resourced curriculum area. • Personal laptop. • Plenty of car parking on-site and in easy reach of London, Basingstoke, Surrey border and the south of Hampshire.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
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Commitment to safeguarding

Cove School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Check as well as other relevant pre-employment checks.

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About Cove School

School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary
School size
1010 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
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School website
Cove School website
Email address
l.brauner@coveschool.uk
Phone number
01252 542397
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Cove School is a larger-than-average, co-educational secondary school for students aged 11–16, located in the north of Hampshire. As a local authority-maintained school, we are ideally situated within easy reach of London, the historic city of Winchester, and the stunning landscapes of the New Forest.

We are a forward-thinking, caring, and – above all – happy school. Our students, from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities, are ambitious and work hard to achieve high standards. We are equally ambitious for our staff and take great pride in the comprehensive support and high-quality professional development (CPD) we provide, especially for those new to the profession or joining our team for the first time. We believe that motivated, well-supported staff are key to every student’s success.

Our extra-curricular offer is extensive, with students participating in a wide variety of sports, music and drama productions. Beyond this, we run a vibrant programme of clubs and activities all of which contribute to a rich and inclusive school experience.

We are also proud to host a specialist unit for students with hearing impairments, with all classrooms equipped with specialist audio equipment to ensure an inclusive learning environment.

We invite you to explore our website – www.coveschool.uk – for a glimpse into life at Cove School and what it means to be part of our vibrant community. To truly experience the atmosphere, we warmly encourage you to visit us during a normal school day and see our staff and students in action. We hope you’ll be inspired to apply and become part of the exciting journey we are on.

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