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Head of Computer Science/Business Studies & Economics (maternity cover)

Head of Computer Science/Business Studies & Economics (maternity cover)

Copthall School

Mill Hill, London Borough of Barnet

Salary:
MPR/UPR + TLR1B
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
September 2018
Apply by:
21 February 2018

Job overview

Head of Computer Science/Business Studies & Economics (maternity cover)

September 2018 MPR/UPR + TLR1B

Do you want to make an impact in a school that is moving forward with exciting times ahead?

We are looking to appoint a driven and forward thinking colleague with a passion for teaching Computer Science and ICT and with the ability to also lead on Business and Economics. Computer Science is delivered at KS4 and KS5 with Business and Economics being delivered at KS4 & KS5. 

Candidates will need to:

  • be an excellent classroom practitioner with the ability to enthuse students with a love of learning 
  • have strong leadership skills with the ability to lead a team
  • have a commitment to and be passionate about, maintaining and developing high standards of achievement for learners of all abilities
  • be committed to our ethos of high expectations and no excuses with the belief that every child can succeed
  • have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of pupils.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

  • Join a highly successful team that has an exceptional track record for student outcomes
  • Access to continuous staff development. All staff receive coaching as part of our      Incremental Coaching Programme and we strongly support NPQML & NPQSL.

Copthall School is a culturally diverse and inclusive all girls Secondary School based in Mill Hill, Barnet. Our students’ enjoy a varied curriculum which embraces and supports different learning styles, abilities and talents. We are very proud of our most recent GCSE and A Level results. Our thriving Sixth Form which is in the top 12% of schools for A Level results offers both A Level and Academic General pathways and we boast an excellent success rate in University applications. Following the appointment of a new Headteacher in September 2016, Copthall has seen rapid improvements in standards across the school which resulted in outstanding outcomes for students and a feature in the 2017 Parliamentary Review showcasing best practice.

http://www.theparliamentaryreview.co.uk/editions/secondary-education/secondary-london

Copthall School is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. 

Appointment is subject to a clear DBS check to an enhanced level. 

Application forms must be completed and are available from the School website: http://www.copthallschool.org.uk/219/join-us or by phoning the school office on 020 8959 1937. 

Completed forms should be returned directly to Copthall School at the above address or via email to recruitment@copthall.barnet.sch.uk.

Closing date: Wednesday 21st February 2018 (12 noon) 

   

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About Copthall School

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+44 20 8959 1937

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Copthall School prides itself on educating 21st century women for successful careers in STEM, human, social and health sciences, performing arts and creative industries. We have approximately 1000 students on role, 120 of which are enrolled in our thriving Sixth Form which is in the top 12% of schools for A Level results. We offer both A-Level and Vocational pathways and we boast an excellent success rate in University applications.

Situated in Mill Hill, Barnet we have fantastic outdoor space as well as access to sporting facilities at Allianz Park. Our indoor facilities are equally impressive with a specialist dance studio with sprung flooring, a dedicated STEM Scholars classroom and of course, well-equipped and spacious classrooms.

Headteacher

Maria Winters

Values and vision

Copthall prides itself on their Values of Respect, Equality for All, Support and Safety, Aspiration and Responsibility which have underpinned our rapidly improving school. Our Teaching and Learning vision has been instrumental in ensuring that all our students receive an excellent education which is enhanced by the wealth of extra-curricular opportunities available.

We have a unique partnership with Mill Hill Independent School which benefits staff and students at both schools through a range of CPD opportunities, sporting activities and occasions for a shared curricular.

Ofsted report 

Copthall received a ‘Good’ judgement from Ofsted in May 2018 whose key findings were:

· Leadership of the school is purposeful effective and transformational

· Quality of Teaching and Learning and assessment is Good

· Pupils attend regularly and are polite and welcoming to visitors

· Students benefit from strong teaching in the Sixth Form

http://www.copthallschool.org.uk/226/ofsted

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