Business Studies OR ICT/Computing Teacher - Maternity Cover
The Blandford School
Dorset
- £25,714 - £41,604 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPR
- Job type:
- Part Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- September 2021
- Apply by:
- 26 April 2021
Job overview
Business Studies OR ICT/Computing Teacher – Maternity Cover
Between 0.8-1.0FTE
Required for September 2021
The Blandford School is a successful school with high aspirations for our students and is situated in the beautiful county of Dorset, 30 minutes from the beaches of Poole and Bournemouth and 40 minutes from the New Forest National Park.
With outstanding modern facilities and inspirational and dedicated staff where students are progressing above the national average. Our Business Studies and ICT Faculty is thriving, offering a wide range of courses (including GCSE Business, Level 2 BTEC Business, Creative iMedia, A level Business, A level Economics and CTEC Business) and delivering consistently outstanding results. The Faculty has a stable and experienced team of teachers, housed in dedicated facilities. The timetable for the successful applicant can be tailored to their skills and specialism due to the flexibility of staffing in the faculty. All courses are well resources and colleagues will be available to support with planning and preparation where needed.
This role would suit both a teacher with experience, someone returning to the profession or those newly qualified, who would relish joining a supportive and forward thinking school and a department with a passion for Teaching and Learning. There will be the opportunity to teach at all Key Stages and to be involved in whole school initiatives such as STEM should this be desired.
The school boasts an excellent CPD programme, based on the latest research evidence to ensure that all teachers, no matter their level of experience are able to develop and improve. We are also focussed on ensuring staff well-being and pride ourselves on a supportive team approach.
For more information, please contact: Richard Opalka, Head of Faculty - ROpalka@blandfordschool.org.uk
CLOSING DATE: Monday 26th April 2021
INTERVIEW DATE: Week beginning 3rd May
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and acceptable references. All applications must be made on Dorset County Council’s application form. CV applications will not be considered.
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About The Blandford School
Our school is a vibrant 11-18 secondary school located on the north bank of the River Stour, close to Blandford Forum town centre. The school is committed to enabling every student to fulfil their potential. We are ambitious for our students and we encourage them to aspire.
We are proud of our students and of our position at the heart of the community. Staff and students treat each other with respect. Students feel safe and enjoy being at the school.
The Blandford School has a comprehensive CPD programme, and a proven record of developing staff into middle and senior leadership roles. Newly Qualified Teachers are mentored, and supported by an intensive induction programme.
The school has seen the completion of a £14m capital project, with the final phase being the installation of a full-sized, floodlit artificial grass football pitch. We are extremely proud of our facilities, which include some of the finest sports facilities in the state sector, and a thriving extra-curricular provision. There are regular overseas trips run by our Humanities, PE and Community Sports and Performing and Creative Arts Faculties, and staff are always encouraged to introduce exciting new trips.
Blandford Forum is located in the heart of beautiful rural Dorset, a stone’s throw from the Jurassic Coast and the award-winning beaches of Bournemouth and Poole, within half an hour of the New Forest and good links to regional airports and seaports with regular services to the Channel Islands and Continent.
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