Head of IT and Computing

Teaching Vacancies; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Basingstoke is seeking a passionate teacher for its Computing/IT department. The role focuses on teaching KS4 courses and developing effective teaching strategies. The ideal candidate will share the school's commitment to safeguarding and foster a supportive and inclusive environment for all students. This position offers a chance to contribute to a community dedicated to educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Passion for developing pedagogy to enable students to progress.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Teach KS4 courses spanning BTECs and GCSEs.
• Contribute to the school's teaching and learning strategy.
• Support and maintain high standards and expectations in education.

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a teacher for our Computing/IT department with a specialism in Computing. We have a range of KS4 courses spanning BTECs and GCSEs. The school is aiming to further develop our teaching and learning strategy, so you will need to be passionate about developing pedagogy to enable all students to make good progress.

What the school offers its staff

The Blue Coat School joined the South Farnham Educational Trust and is the second, secondary school alongside Brighton Hill School. As such, we are in a great position to be at the forefront of educational developments to provide the best possible school experience for our students.

There is a strong sense of community within the school and a real desire amongst staff to grow and develop our teaching and provision. We are committed to ensuring a truly inclusive, enjoyable and successful school environment for all children.

Every student has a place in our school and the team are committed to high standards and expectations in every aspect of our work. We aim to grow and develop as a school community to meet these expectations which will best prepare our students for a successful and happy life after their journey with us.

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.