Teacher of Computing
Durham Sixth Form Centre, Durham, County Durham, DH1 1SG7 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
20 March 2025 at 9am
Date listed
10 March 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
This is an exciting time to join Durham Sixth Form Centre, which is part of Providence Learning Partnership multi academy trust. We are an oversubscribed post-16 institution; our results are significantly above national averages; we have expanded our premises; we have gained external recognition and national awards for our work and we are ‘outstanding’ as defined by Ofsted, March 2017.
We know that the very best way to provide outstanding education is to ensure our staff are outstanding. With this in mind we wish to appoint a passionate, ambitious teacher to join our team to deliver lively, exciting and challenging lessons in the following subjects: A Level: Computer Science
The successful candidate will have exceptional planning and time management skills; be able to inspire and challenge both students and colleagues; have the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders including students and parents; have evidence of outstanding results and student outcomes; and be committed to working in an inclusive environment in support of the values, vision, purpose and direction of Providence Learning Partnership. The position is open to Early Career Teacher applicants.
What the school offers its staff
Why Work At Durham Sixth Form Centre?
One of the most crucial aspects of our work at Durham Sixth Form Centre is the recruitment of exceptional teachers and dedicated support staff. We firmly believe that the success of our students is built upon the expertise, enthusiasm, and commitment of our team, and we are always eager to welcome talented professionals who share our passion for education.
Take a look at our website to see what we can offer specifically for potential colleagues who are interested in joining our vibrant and dynamic school community. Here, you will find key information about our ethos, expectations, and the many benefits of working with us.
As you explore our school, we hope that you gain a genuine sense of who we are, what we stand for, and the supportive and inspiring environment we have created for both staff and students. If our values and ambitions resonate with you, we strongly encourage you to submit an application. We will receive it with the same enthusiasm and excitement that we hope you feel when considering a role with us.
Further details about the role
Although the post advertised is for a teacher at Durham Sixth Form Centre, the following information is provided to share with potential applicants the direction of travel for A level Computer Science within the Trust.
Background
The maths school programme was launched by the government in response to national and regional concerns about maths education in England. More highly skilled graduates are needed in mathematics-related disciplines, and many students who have the potential to flourish in maths – particularly those from disadvantaged and underrepresented groups – do not have the opportunity to do so.
Funded as post-16 free schools, maths schools are like no other, responding to a very specific brief. 1 All schools must involve a leading university in governance, curriculum and “stretch” activities. All students must take Maths and Further Maths, and at least one further A-level in a related field such as Physics or Computer Science. Curricula must be innovative and engaging, cultivating intellectual curiosity, deep learning and career-related skills. In collaboration with schools, universities and local authorities, maths schools are to undertake extensive outreach and professional development, raising standards and improving life chances for young people across the region.
In response to the government’s invitation, DMS was proposed in 2019. Building on the experience of existing maths schools, and adapting to the unique needs of the region, Durham University (DU) and Durham Sixth Form Centre (DSFC) proposed a school that would serve as a lead for improvement in the region, promoting excellence in an area that has consistently lagged in key school metrics.
DMS is one of eleven members of the University Maths School network. No more maths schools are planned. When opened, DMS will be the only maths school to serve young people living in a broad region that includes County Durham, Cumbria, Tyne & Wear, Northumberland, Teesside and the North Yorkshire coast.
DMS is currently in the “pre-opening” phase. The original opening date was 2022, but site challenges delayed the funding agreement until after the most recent national election. These obstacles have been overcome. The original business case has, over time, become even more compelling. Persistent attainment gaps have widened, as has the gap between the region and the rest of the country, further restricting life opportunities and limiting economic development. Although the maths school is under review with the current government, alongside the Free School programme, it is hoped the school can be opened in 2028.
To find out more about Durham Mathematics School please visit us:
www.durham-mathematics-school.org.uk
www.umaths.ac.uk
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
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About Durham Sixth Form Centre
- School type
- Academy, ages 16 to 19
- Education phase
- Sixth_form_or_college
- School size
- 1619 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 16 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Durham Sixth Form Centre website
- Email address
- emma.tallentire@providencelearningpartnership.org.uk
Welcome to Durham Sixth Form Centre and thank you for your interest in the advertised post. I hope the following information gives you an insight into our school.
Durham Sixth Form Centre is a large post-16 provider based in the North East of England, with approximately 1,700 students on roll. We are situated in the middle of Durham City centre, a couple of minutes walk from both the bus and railway stations. Students generally enrol at Durham Sixth Form Centre from over 60 different secondary schools from
across County Durham, Sunderland and into Northumberland.
In 2017 we were graded an ‘outstanding’ post-16 academy, this is reflected in our recent Ofsted monitoring visit
report. Our students have an excellent record of success, which they work hard to achieve. Trends over time demonstrate the following headlines:
In academic qualifications:
● Progress (VA) has been consistently above the National Average (NA) and was graded above average in the
2025 performance tables.
● A level average point score (APS) is significantly above the NA and places us in the top 6% of schools and
colleges nationally.
● 71% of students achieved A*- B A level grades in the summer 2024.
In applied general qualifications:
● Progress (VA) has been consistently above the NA and was graded above average in the 2025 performance
tables.
● Overall attainment (APS) is consistently above the NA and is ranked in the top 2% of schools and Academies
nationally.
We recently celebrated 110 years in education. We are housed in various buildings, often referred to as a mini university setting. Our site comprises a 1913 former girls’ grammar school, which was converted to sixth form
accommodation in 1983. In addition to the original building, there is now a science specific wing; a 200 seated theatre; our Hunter resource centre; visual arts centre and Freeman’s Quay leisure centre. In 2019, we expanded further to include our digital media centre, which houses a grab-and-go café, conference facility, TV studio, small cinema room
and additional classroom space. We also have a dedicated Art Gallery on site, the Dead Dog Gallery, with an ever changing exhibition and community programme in place.
Through sustained effort, and a clear focus and direction, Durham Sixth Form Centre is a truly embracing and dynamic organisation. We are committed to promoting the principles of equal opportunities and we aspire to an environment where all our students and employees can develop their potential. We have a strong professional development
programme and have achieved CPD Mark accreditation, Investors in People Gold and Governor Mark among others. Our most recent Ofsted inspection report said ‘The Headteacher and the highly skilled leadership team have established a culture in which students flourish and grow. Consequently, there is a healthy appetite for learning and achievement in an environment that demands high expectations for academic, vocational and personal excellence’.
Our academy operates according to the Values of our Trust which we feel help to determine the culture, ethos and atmosphere of Durham Sixth Form Centre.
If you are energetic and passionate about post-16 education and have the skills and aptitude required for the role then
we would welcome your application and look forward to hearing from you.
Arranging a visit to Durham Sixth Form Centre
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email emma.tallentire@providencelearningpartnership.org.uk.
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