Teacher of Computing

Required from January 2025 Full Time

The Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our Computing department. We are looking for someone who can inspire engagement in the classroom and capture the enthusiasm pupils have for learning Computing. The successful applicant will be highly motivated to inspire pupils at all levels from ages 11-16.

We are looking for a candidate with the following qualities to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly department:

·        Be confident at teaching computing at KS3 (Y7,8&9)

·        Show willingness to expanding their knowledge through CPD opportunities to enable them to confidently be able to deliver GCSE computer science from KS3 up to KS4

·        Show willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the subject and contribute to the planning of the subject (but mainly focused on the classes they teach)

·        Be willing to learn different software packages as and when required by the curriculum within the department

·        Show the ability and willingness to teach KS3 Mathematics as an additional subject

·        Show the ability to work well collaboratively with colleagues

St Alban’s is a successful oversubscribed school. We strive to provide an excellent education for our students within a caring Christian community where all are respected, valued and supported to achieve their potential. Candidates need to be willing to support the Catholic ethos of the school and to develop an understanding of teaching in a Catholic setting; however, they do not need to be Catholic themselves.

Visits to the school by potential applicants are welcomed. Please telephone Lisa Gittins EA to Headteacher, on 01473 726178 ex 231 to arrange. For an informal conversation about this post, please contact Matt Baker, Headteacher.

All offers of employment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, evidence of Right to Work in the UK and satisfactory completion of all other pre-employment checks.

Closing Date: 12pm Thursday 8th November 2024

Interviews: TBC

Please note: An early application is advised. Applications are considered on receipt and interviews may be arranged as soon as mutually convenient.