Teacher of Computer Science / ICT

Penwortham Priory Academy, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 0JE

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2024, or as soon as possible

• Closing date

  5 October 2023 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  19 September 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: No, visa sponsorship not available
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Computing
• Working pattern:
  • Part time - Part Time (4 days) (3 days considered)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPR/UPR

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Be a committed teacher, who is positive and willing to evolve. (ECTs considered)
• Exude a passion for the subject which is evident in their day to day practice in the classroom and beyond.
• Have achieved high rates of progress and attainment in their current position.
• Inspire, motivate and support the individual needs and progress of all students.
• Be prepared for the demands of and changes to the curriculum.
• Be committed to continuous improvement and a reflective practitioner.
• Work collaboratively with other staff, both within Priory and across other secondary and primary schools, as an active member of our Preston’s Teaching School’s Alliance and our ‘Family of Schools’.
• Contribute to the extracurricular life of the school.
• Be committed to Penwortham Priory Academy’s ethos of high expectations and challenge.

What the school offers its staff

• An exciting opportunity in a friendly, supportive, forward thinking school.
• A tailored induction programme provided by our Professional Mentor
• Professional development to support your personal ambitions within teaching
• The opportunity to teach in a school where staff and student relationships are second to none.

Commitment to safeguarding

At Penwortham Priory Academy, we ensure every child who is a registered pupil at our school is safe and protected from harm. We give clear direction to staff, volunteers, visitors and parents about expectations and our legal responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children at our school. We fully recognise the contribution we can make to protect children from harm and to support and promote the welfare of all children who are pupils with us.

Applying for the job

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Skilled worker visa sponsorship is not available for this job.

Upload additional documents

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Letter from Head of ICT & Computer Science Department NEW.pdf - 47.7 KB (opens in new tab)

Advert for Teacher of Computer Science Sept 2023.pdf - 80.7 KB (opens in new tab)

PPA - Priory Staff 'Shop of Support' (1).pdf - 1.34 MB (opens in new tab)

Teacher of Computer Science Job Description Sept 2023.pdf - 107 KB (opens in new tab)

Letter from The Principal - Teacher of Computer Science.pdf - 223 KB (opens in new tab)

About Penwortham Priory Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 797 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Penwortham Priory Academy website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: s.qadri@priory.lancs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01772 320250
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/penwortham-priory-academy (opens in new tab)

We are Penwortham Priory Academy, a great school where every pupil 'Learns to Succeed'. Our vision is to take Priory from 'Good to Great'. Staff at Priory are Committed, Positive and Willing to Evolve in order to achieve our vision. Our daily mission is to uphold our 'Priory Standard' ensuring the highest expectations of all, from all, so that all pupils 'Learn to Succeed' and leave Priory equipped with the right skills and attitudes to help them succeed in life, contribute positively to society, and go on to further education, employment, or training. Local Amenities Penwortham is a town in South Ribble, Lancashire, on the south bank of the River Ribble facing the City of Preston. Penwortham Priory Academy is situated just a 10 minute drive away from Preston Train Station, is easily accessible from motorway, and the larger cities of Manchester and Liverpool are less than 1 hour away.

Arranging a visit to Penwortham Priory Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email s.qadri@priory.lancs.sch.uk.

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