Teacher of Computing, Computer Science and ICT

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Job description

TEACHER OF COMPUTING, COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ICT

Preferably with ability to teach other specialisms within the faculty such as technology and Media at KS5.

For the right candidate there is possible TLR 2 (£3,391) to take on specific leadership role(s) within the Computing department – subject to experience.

Start date for permanent role 1^st September 2025

Do you have what it takes to inspire the next generation of Computer Scientists and lay the foundations of ICT skills and knowledge in students to prepare them for the 21^st century in a world full of technological developments?

We are seeking to appoint an excellent classroom practitioner who is an enthusiastic, innovative and engaging teacher of Computing, ICT and Computer Science and related subjects to join a dynamic and expanding team at the Academy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
• Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher.
• Facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
• Contribute to raising standards of student attainment.
• Share and support the Academy’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.
• Support and maintain collaborative relationships with staff and external professionals.

The successful candidate must hold QTS or equivalent and an honours degree in Computing/ICT or related subject.

We would welcome applications from teachers early in their careers including PGCE students through to experienced staff.

There may be opportunities for the successful candidate with the right qualities and experience to apply for other roles within the faculty as these arise.

*With the recent appointment of the current Head of Computing to the Head of Faculty role, there is an opportunity to take on one or more aspects of leadership within Computing for example this may include one of the following areas for discussion on the interview day:

• Leading Key Stage 4 Computer Science and ICT.
• Leading KS5 Computer Science, ICT and Media Studies.
• Other relevant Vocational related role in discussion with the Principal and SLT link.

To be eligible to apply for a leadership role within the department, the successful candidate must meet the person specification of a teacher but also have a minimum of 3 years recent and relevant teaching experience and evidence of contributing to departmental projects or whole school projects with evidence of impact. For further information on these, will be discussed on the interview day.

Please note there are also other exciting TLR opportunities within the Academy to take on whole school projects and other roles for further development. Further information will be provided on the interview day about the exciting developments at this academy.

Our last Ofsted inspection in we were judged the Academy to be good in all categories and for overall effectiveness with some excellent feedback across all subjects and our Pastoral Care.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious candidate to join our dynamic team at the forefront of change and to make a real difference to our drive to continue to raise standards of education in the Academy. If you believe that you have the passion, skills and abilities to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information and a tour around the Innovations Faculty and Academy. Please liaise with Mrs Morgan to arrange this through the email below.

We can offer you: -

• Friendly, caring and supportive staff across the Academy – staff stay here for a number of years and say it is a great place to work and ex-students come back to work in the Academy so please come along and visit us find out what they say…
• A high focus on staff well-being with staff social events, a new gym, well-being counsellor, well-being co-ordinator for staff, monthly staff breakfasts, employee assistance programme and much more…
• Excellent support and professional development opportunities including opportunities to undertake our own in-house CPD programmes as well as external providers such as National Professional Qualifications at different levels as you progress towards leadership roles.
• We are a TEEP ambassador School with Level 4 trainers.
• A well established and supportive Induction programme for all staff at all levels including ECT’s.
• Excellent resources and technology to support learning in the classroom and beyond.

You will have/show:

• Practical skills and expertise as outlined in the Job description.
• A passion and vision for working with students in their personal, social and emotional needs as well as their academic development.
• The ability to motivate and inspire students.
• Experience of delivering GCSE Computer Science and/or Level 1 / 2 ICT courses or equivalent.
• Confidence in dealing with students across different age ranges particularly Key Stage 3 and 4.
• The ability to teach A Level / Level 3 courses offered in the department is highly desirable.
• The ability to teach a second subject when needed such as Technology, Media, or other related subjects.
• Creative skills and a professional approach.
• The passion to enrich the lives of our students and contribute to the development of Cultural Capital to enhance the life opportunities for our students.

Please see the attached job description and person specification and address this in your letter and address the question below:

• Explain how your experience, skills and qualities to date have prepared you for this role and what else you could offer the Academy as we move forwards in the world of computing, technology and AI.

Joseph Leckie Academy is an equal opportunities employer and fully committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students and candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date Monday 5^th May 2025 at 8.00am. However, applications considered upon receipt and the Academy reserve the right to close the position early.

Please send completed applications to: [e-mail]