Teacher of Computer Science

Teaching Vacancies; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ECT provision and support

Friendly and supportive working enviro

Comprehensive induction programme

Bike to Work Scheme

On-site canteen facilities

Job summary

Roding Valley High School in Essex, part of The Chelmsford Learning Partnership, is seeking an inspirational Teacher of Computer Science for our Business & Media Faculty. This is a permanent, full-time post led by the Head of Faculty, offering collaboration with a collegiate team and excellent facilities.

The successful candidate will develop and support the CS department, communicate effectively to challenge and inspire students across key stage 3 to 5, and contribute to a forward-thinking

Qualifications

• Inspire others to fully develop and support the CS department.
• Be an inspirational communicator and able to challenge and encourage students to reach their potential.
• Commitment to securing positive student outcomes at KS3, KS4 and/or KS5.
• Ability to think creatively and engage students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support the Computer Science department.
• Challenge and encourage students to achieve their potential.
• Secure positive student outcomes at KS3-5.
• Think creatively and encourage student engagement.

Skills

Vision for CS dept

Inspiring communicator

Student engagement

Commitment to KS3-5 outcomes

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Teacher of Computer Science

Contract term: Permanent

Contract type: Full Time

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Computer Science teacher for our excellent Business & Media Faculty. This is a very experienced, collegiate team. The successful candidate will be led by our Head of Faculty and will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other members of leadership within the team.

The successful candidate will

• have the vision to fully develop and support the Computer Science department.


• be an inspirational communicator and have the skills to both challenge and encourage students to achieve their potential.


• be committed to securing positive student outcomes at Key stages 3, 4 and/or 5.


• have the ability to think creatively and encourage student engagement.

This is a brilliant opportunity to work in a forward-thinking department within a supportive and experienced team. If you are looking to work in a 'very good school with an outstanding sixth form' (Ofsted 2022), with fantastic facilities then Roding Valley could be the place for you.

We can offer

• an outstanding ECT provision and support


• a friendly and supportive working environment


• a comprehensive induction programme and the opportunity to engage in further professional development


• Bike to Work Scheme


• freshly made food on-site delivered through our excellent canteen facilities

\"RVHS is a great place to work as it combines the freedom to be creative in your teaching alongside the support which ensures you are best able to do your job.\"

You will be joining a school with enthusiastic and dedicated leaders at senior and middle leadership levels and a commitment to the professional development of staff. RVHS is keen to embrace an approach that is centred on teaching and learning and the academic attainment of our students. RVHS is an 11-18 school in Essex, that enjoys a good reputation in the local area and benefits from excellent transport links, including being adjacent to Loughton tube station (Central Line).

For more information see the school website www.rodingvalley.net

Closing date: 12 midday on Friday 20th November 2026

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;


• Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;


• The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to fair treatment of all applicants and employees. We undertake not to discriminate unfairly against any applicant on the basis of a criminal conviction or other information declared. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to disclose all cautions and convictions, including those which would otherwise be considered spent, unless protected under current legislation and guidance.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

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.