Teacher of Computer Science

Roding Valley High School; Loughton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Roding Valley High School in Essex invites applications for an inspirational Computer Science teacher to join our Business & Media Faculty, working in a collegiate team led by the Head of Faculty.

The successful candidate will develop and support the CS department, inspire students across Key Stages 3–5, and use creative teaching methods to raise attainment and engagement.

RVHS emphasises professional development and safeguarding, with excellent transport links and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Computer Science or related subject.
• Ability to develop and support the CS department.
• Commitment to safeguarding and equal opportunities.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Inspirational communicator

Collaborative team player

Commitment to student outcomes

Creative thinking

Job description

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.

"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).

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.

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. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Roding Valley High School is a successful 11-18 school in Loughton and is part of The Chelmsford Learning Partnership. Currently catering for around 1400 pupils, this school boasts an excellent local reputation and fantastic facilities which provide an excellent working and learning environment. The school was graded "good" with outstanding features at the last Ofsted. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people.