Leader of Learning – Computing & Business
Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School, Crawley, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 8JE16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2025, later starts would be considered for the right candidate
Closing date
9 December 2024 at 9am
Date listed
21 November 2024
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Business studies, Computing
Working pattern
- Full time: 1 FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR/UPR (including Fringe)
Additional allowances
TLR1a
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Role:
The Governors of Holy Trinity School wish to appoint a dynamic, forward-looking candidate with successful 11-18 teaching experience to the post of Leader of Learning of Computing & Business. This is a superb opportunity for an excellent teacher with some leadership experience to progress their career and lead on the development of teaching of the range of subjects within this area in a good school that is striving towards excellence. Applicants will need to demonstrate: their commitment to the teaching Computing and/or Business and its associated subjects; their leadership experience and potential for promoted responsibility; and how they are qualified for the challenges of this key post. The successful candidate will be an outstanding teacher with a proven record of managing all aspects of a diverse teaching team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver high-quality Computing and/or Business lessons to students in Years 7-13, adhering to the national curriculum and exam specifications.
- Evaluate the standards of the teaching across the Area of Learning and ensure an improvement in academic outcomes.
- Assess and monitor students’ progress across the area and ensure steps are in place to drive improvement.
- Ensure that the curriculum is fit for purpose, including developing it for future changes in the courses available.
- Maintain and improve leadership and teaching within the area, including the line management of staff.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school community through extracurricular activities or pastoral support.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Strong subject knowledge of Computer Science and/or Business, with the ability to teach up to A Level.
- Leadership experience that can demonstrate a positive impact on learning and achievement.
- A passion for teaching and leadership, with a commitment to student progress and achievement.
- Excellent teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills. Ideally including experience of line managing staff.
- An understanding and appreciation of the school’s Christian ethos and values.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a community that values dignity, community, wisdom, and hope.
- Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Enjoy access to excellent facilities and resources to support your teaching, including the use of iPads for every student as part of our innovative approach to learning.
- Be at the forefront of our exciting curriculum development, where technology and traditional teaching methods blend seamlessly to enhance the educational experience of every child.
- Make a positive impact on the lives of young people, promoting a genuine love for Computer Science.
About Holy Trinity Church of England School:
Holy Trinity Church of England School is a vibrant and inclusive community located in Crawley, a culturally rich and diverse town. Crawley has fantastic transport links sitting halfway between Croydon and Brighton on the M23 corridor. There is also a fast train service between London Victoria, East Croydon, Haywards Heath and Brighton, in addition to other lines that serve the South. The school operates a minibus service for staff at the start and end of the day serving the three stations in Crawley (Ifield, Crawley and Three Bridges). The school is also the most well connected by bus of the six secondary schools in this area.
Rooted in Christian values, our ethos is underpinned by four key values: dignity, community, wisdom, and hope. We are dedicated to inspiring every student and providing an environment where our students can truly excel, both academically and personally.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and warmly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our community and enhances our ability to serve and support everyone in our school community. We welcome people from all ethnicities, faiths, abilities, genders and sexual orientations, and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. If you’re passionate, driven and share our belief in the key values of dignity, community, wisdom and hope which underpin our school then we invite you to apply and bring your unique voice and talents to our team.
The Computing & Business team are dynamic and reflective. We teach KS3 Computing and at KS4 we currently offer GCSE Computer Science, BTEC DIT, Cambridge National iMedia, GCSE Business Studies, BTEC Enterprise, BTEC Travel & Tourism and BTEC WorkSkills. At KS5 we currently offer A Level Computer Science, A Level Economics, A Level Business Studies, and BTEC L3 Business Studies. Outcomes have been consistently good without being outstanding.
The school is at an exciting phase in its development. It has been identified by the DFE for a partial rebuild with plans at an advanced stage. The school has also decided to adopt iPad technology in preparation for movement into new facilities and the leadership of this transition will be a part of all curriculum leaders remit moving forwards. The department is housed in a dedicated suite of classrooms, each with an interactive screen, each student has their own iPad, plus some rooms have 30 desktop computers. The faculty works in a collaborative and supportive way allowing all staff to develop and students to flourish.
We are a forward-thinking team, passionate about inspiring the next generation to be leaders in the Computing and Business world. With every student equipped with their own iPad, you will have the opportunity to explore innovative approaches to education, ensuring learning is engaging, interactive, and future-ready. We offer an inspirational range of CPD opportunities including NPQ programmes of development led by the Church of England Foundation for Educational Leadership. We would support a candidate who aspires to a senior management position in the future.
Crawley’s rich diversity and multiculturalism make our school an exciting place to work, where every day presents new challenges and rewards. As part of our team, you’ll be supported in your professional development and have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our curriculum. We are committed to raising standards and unlocking the potential of every child, and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for excellence and innovation.
For further details on our school see our vacancies page, where you can view a video or PowerPoint from our Executive Headteacher, Reverend Millwood.
Further details about the role
How to Apply:
To apply, please complete the application form available on the website, together with a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. This must be emailed to hr@holytrinitycrawley.org.uk by 9am Monday 9th December 2024.
Interview: TBC December 2024
For further information about the role or the school, please contact Mr Alan Hall-Smith, leader of learning for Computing & Business at asmith60@holytrinitycrawley.org.uk
The closing and interview dates are a guide only. We intend to review applications as they are received and call those shortlisted for immediate interview. An early application is advised, as once we have appointed, we will close the recruitment process.
The Holy Trinity Church of England Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we cooperate with other agencies and initiatives at local and national level. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful job applicant will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring service check at an enhanced level, in line with all schools across West Sussex. Disclosures include details of cautions, reprimands or final warning as well as convictions, spent or unspent.
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.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to hr@holytrinitycrawley.org.uk
CVs are not accepted.
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About Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School, Crawley
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1351 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- hr@holytrinitycrawley.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01293423690
Arranging a visit to Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School, Crawley
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@holytrinitycrawley.org.uk.
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