Teacher of Computer Science

The Methodist Church in Britain; Billericay; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Harris Allowance

Annual Loyalty Bonus

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development via Harris IT

Career development pathways

Job summary

Harris Academy Billericay invites applications for a Teacher of Computer Science to lead computing lessons across KS3 and KS4, plan schemes of work, assess pupil progress and develop computing resources.

The post includes a form tutor role and requires QTS, a relevant undergraduate degree and successful secondary teaching experience. Visa sponsorship is not available; commitment to raising attainment and inclusive practice is essential.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent
• Relevant undergraduate degree
• Secondary teaching experience with practice
• Enhanced DBS check; right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Deliver computing lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Plan lessons, develop resources and syllabuses
• Assess student work and monitor progress
• Be a form tutor to a selected group of students
• Contribute to curriculum planning and department development
• Engage in CPD and Performance Management Review

Skills

KS3/KS4 curriculum

Teaching theory

Lesson planning

ICT skills

Communication

Time management

Self-management

Education

QTS or equivalent

Undergraduate degree

Job description

Teacher of Computer Science post at Harris Academy Billericay, an 11-18 secondary academy, starting in January. The work centres on planning and delivering computing lessons across KS3 and KS4, assessing student work and developing resources, alongside a form tutor role. The pastoral side of the role, with a form group, and the preference for experience in multi-ethnic urban schools set it apart. Candidates need QTS, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Deliver a broad, balanced and differentiated computing curriculum, supporting a designated curriculum area
• Teach high quality lessons that give students the chance to reach their potential
• Plan lessons, develop resources and syllabuses, and contribute to the departmental plan
• Monitor and support student progress and development as a teacher and form tutor
• Be a form tutor to a selected group of students
• Contribute to raising student attainment
• Maintain accurate records and track student progress
• Communicate with students, parents and other stakeholders
• Contribute to curriculum planning
• Take part in quality assurance, including monitoring and evaluating the subject area
• Engage in CPD and the Performance Management Review process
• Support the academy's provision for personal and academic growth

What’s required

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent
• Relevant undergraduate degree

Experience

• Successful secondary teaching experience, including teaching practice

Skills & knowledge

• Knowledge of KS3 and KS4 National Curriculum requirements
• Understanding of the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing student work
• Good ICT skills
• Good written and spoken communication
• Excellent time management and the ability to lead and manage own work

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

Other

• Working as part of a team and building positive relationships with all staff
• Creating a motivating, safe learning environment and raising student aspirations
• Communicating positively with parents, carers and external agencies
• Understanding high expectations and equality of access for all students
• Understanding the importance of being a tutor

Nice to have

• Experience in multi-ethnic urban schools
• Experience of working in an 11-18 school
• Innovative use of interactive whiteboards

What’s offered

• Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London)
• Annual Loyalty Bonus
• Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership
• Career development and progression pathways