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Head of Computer Science and ICT

Robert May's School, Hook, Hampshire, RG29 1NA

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• Job start date

  1 September 2021

• Closing date

  13 May 2021 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  30 April 2021

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Computing, ICT
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPR / UPR plus TLR 2d (currently £7,017pa)
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2d (currently £7,017pa)

Head of Computer Science and ICT job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Robert May’s School for a full time Head of Computer Science and ICT for September 2021.

We are seeking a colleague with the drive and ambition to further develop the Computer Science department and deliver outstanding attainment, progress and outcomes for our students. Computer Science and ICT are popular GCSE options with around a third of each cohort studying one or both courses in years 10 and 11.

You will be leading a highly successful and forward-thinking department in this large and growing secondary school, teaching across the age and attainment range at both Key Stage 3 and 4 in an environment where students are well behaved and keen to do well.

At RMS, we are looking for someone who:
• Is passionate about Computer Science and engaging students in the subject
• Has a clear vision for teaching Computer Science and the skills to fulfil that vision
• Has excellent subject knowledge and strong teaching skills, with a proven track record of success in teaching Computer Science at GCSE
• Is able to build positive relationships with all learners and is committed to raising attainment of all students
• Has the creativity, experience and organisational skills to drive the continued development of the Computer Science team
• Is able to lead the school further in its use and development of IT
• Is willing to commit to extracurricular activities that add value to the school and local community

In return, we can offer:
• Excellent support and fantastic opportunities for continuing professional development
• High priority given to staff and student wellbeing
• A dedicated and hardworking team who place excellent student outcomes at the heart of everything
• Supportive families who value education and great students who want to learn
• A well-resourced curriculum area
• A broad, exciting and personalised curriculum with a focus on collaborative planning
• Consistently excellent student attainment and progress

We have high expectations of all our students and are committed to the personal and professional development of our staff.

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.

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About Robert May's School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1317 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Robert May's School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@rmays.com
• Phone number: 01256 702700
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/robert-may-s-school (opens in new tab)

Robert May’s School, which dates from 1694, is a high attaining and oversubscribed 11-16 Academy school with distinctive ethos based on the charitable principles of our founder. We are situated in semi-rural setting Hampshire, near Junction 5 M3 good rail road access.

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To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@rmays.com.

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