Teacher of Computer Science and ICT
The Cotswold Academy, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 2BDThis job expired on 2 December 2022 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2023
Closing date
2 December 2022 at 9am
Date listed
15 November 2022
Job details
Job role
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Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Computing
Working pattern
- Full time: Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly talented ECT or an experienced teacher who wishes to make a real impact in this “truly exceptional school” where “behaviour is outstanding” (Ofsted). From September 2023, we are seeking to appoint an exceptional, enthusiastic teacher with a strong academic background to join our outstanding Computer Science and IT department. The successful candidate will have experience teaching up to A Level and confidence in teaching a range of abilities. WE ARE LOOKING FOR: · A motivated and inspirational teacher able to deliver our high quality, engaging curriculum, which stretches and challenges all students across Key Stages 3, 4 & 5 · An outstanding teacher able to build strong relationships with students and show evidence of achieving excellent student outcomes across all Key Stages · A hardworking teacher who can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and the ability to share their passion for Computer Science and ICT · Commitment to deliver extra-curricular opportunities
What the school offers its staff
WE CAN OFFER YOU: · The opportunity to join and be supported by a successful Computer Science and ICT department . A fantastic ECT mentoring programme · Excellent professional development and guidance at all stages of your career · A first class Behaviour for Learning system · Employee benefits including an Employee Assistance Scheme & Cycle to Work Scheme The candidate will contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of the children and young people with regard to the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines and Area Child Protection Procedures.
Further details about the role
Responsible to: Governors, Headteacher, Head of Department This appointment is subject to the current conditions of employment contained in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, other current educational and employment legislation and Teachers’ Standards. Job purpose: Under direction of the Principal, carry out professional duties of a school teacher as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document (STPCD) and school policies. To be an effective professional who demonstrates through curriculum knowledge, can teach and assess effectively, takes responsibility for professional development and ensures progress and positive outcomes for all students. To promote the ethos of the school, Friendship and Knowledge, and engage with annual School Priorities Duties and Responsibilities: To plan and deliver well-structured lessons in line with the school’s curriculum and teaching schedule, setting goals that stretch and challenge students of all backgrounds and abilities within a safe and stimulating environment To support students to make the best possible progress through the use of a variety of teaching, learning and other support strategies, taking responsibility for their outcomes and planning teaching to build on prior knowledge and understanding To ensure that teaching is adapted to respond to the strengths and needs of all students, using differentiation to address their learning needs and overcome barriers, including those students that have SEND, are Pupil Premium etc To assess and record students' achievements, to prepare reports and take part in parental/carer consultations.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Cotswold School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, Governors, visitors and volunteers, to share the same commitment.
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About The Cotswold Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1414 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- The Cotswold Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- personnel@thecotswoldschool.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01451 820554
The Cotswold School in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, has earned an Ofsted outstanding school with a reputation as a popular and successful 11-18 comprehensive academy. It is an excellent place to teach, learn and develop; to share best practice and support the progression of fellow professionals and students.
Inclusive values
The values of friendship and knowledge, symbolised on our school badge, underpin all our learning and development activities and also ensure that we support the wellbeing of our students and staff. A non-selective school, we have a fabulous parent and carer community, who are supportive of and engaged with their children’s learning.
Excellent outcomes
The Cotswold School is ranked the highest comprehensive in the South-West, according to the influential Sunday Times Parent Power guide. We have been rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted in the last four consecutive inspections.
Building the future
We continue to build on our success: we opened a Sixth Form centre in 2018 to support our thriving 16-18 provision; a fully refurbished theatre in 2019; and a £5.8 million 10-classroom space, new gymnasium and modernised science labs in 2021. Since September 2021, Year 7 student intake has increased by 30 places.
Outstanding learning and development
Our ethos is simple: a commitment to excellent teaching and aspiration, which drives progress and attainment. Children who learn with us thrive academically and personally, with opportunities to take part in a huge range of extra-curricular clubs; writing competitions and debates; performances; community fundraising; student leadership; and careers events.
Aspirations and destinations
The great majority of our students stay with us into the Sixth Form and progress, in many cases, to Oxbridge and Russell Group universities, and a variety of other prestigious destinations.
Arranging a visit to The Cotswold Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email personnel@thecotswoldschool.co.uk.
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