Head of Computing and Business Studies
Newfield Secondary School
Sheffield
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- TLR2b
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1/09/2021
- Apply by:
- 19 April 2021
Job overview
Head of Computing and Business Studies
Main Pay Range £25,714 – £41,604 with a TLR 2b
Commencing September 2021
The Computing and Business Studies department includes the following subjects: Computing, Creative iMedia and Enterprise. All pupils across Key Stage 3 have a dedicated lesson on Computing every week. The Computing curriculum provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop a clear understanding of ICT knowledge and skills that can be applied to the wider world. Alongside these vital skills students also study programming language such as Python and Computer Science.
At Key Stage 4 we offer three distinct options which are Computer Science, Creative iMedia and Enterprise. Computer Science is offered at GCSE level with OCR, Creative iMedia is a Cambridge National vocational course and Enterprise is a BTEC qualification. Our enterprise curriculum develops sector specific knowledge and technical skills in a practical learning environment. Through a vocational context students acquire skills by studying the knowledge, behaviours and traits related to researching, setting up, running and reviewing an enterprise.
As part of the strategic planning for the next academic year extra-curricular provision is an area we are looking to develop as a school. As part of this role the subject leader will be expected to develop and foster a love of learning outside of our rich curriculum.
You will be leading a collaborative department, working together to ensure the very best outcomes for all students. We are ambitious for all students which is reflected in our academically rigorous curriculum. The suitable candidate will be joining an extremely committed and hard-working team. It is essential that the successful candidate has experience of teaching Computer Science at GCSE level and the ability to deliver iMedia and Enterprise.
If this excites you and you believe you have the necessary skills for this role, we would welcome your interest and application.
To apply please submit a Trust application form to recruitment@merciatrust.co.uk
Closing date for applications is Thursday 19 April 2021
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and the Police Act Regulations
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About Newfield Secondary School
- Newfield Secondary School
- Lees Hall Road, Sheffield
- South Yorkshire
- S8 9JP
- United Kingdom
About Newfield Secondary School
Newfield School is a mainstream, co-educational, secondary academy for children aged 11-16. It is situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and there are approximately 1050 pupils on its roll.
Newfield School is part of Mercia Learning Trust, a successful multi-academy trust partnership of schools in the south of Sheffield. One of the benefits of our partnership is that all Newfield students are guaranteed a place in the Sixth Form at King Ecgbert School, if they wish, providing they meet the entry requirements for their chosen courses.
At Newfield School we passionately believe that 'Achievement leads to Opportunity and Choice' and this is underpinned by our three values;
* We are high performing because we are curious and have a thirst for knowledge
* We are considerate and value our community
* We succeed through commitment and relentless ambition
Newfield School places students at the centre of all it does. It prides itself on being fully inclusive and caters to students' individual needs and development. The secondary school has high expectations and its goal is to improve life chances for each pupil irrespective of their starting point. Teachers provide an outstanding education for pupils and ensure their time at school is happy and fulfilling.
Ofsted report
Our OFSTED report of March 2022 highlighted the excellent relationships, high expectations and pride in our school.
"This is an inclusive school with a diverse and happy community. Pupils are polite and courteous and typically treat people with respect".
"Leaders are ambitious for all pupils at this school. They have high expectations for pupils' work and behaviour. Pupils and staff are proud to be members of the school community". OFSTED March 2022
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