Teacher of Computer Science and ICT
Downe House
West Berkshire
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2020
Job overview
Full time or part time for September 2020
As one of the leading girls’ independent boarding schools in the country, we pride ourselves on offering a supportive, enriching and creative environment for our girls.
We are looking for a well-qualified graduate to teach Computer Science and IT at Key Stage 3 and 4. The ability to teach A Level would be an advantage. The candidate must be a Computer Science and IT specialist with the ability to share in the delivery and development of a computing curriculum (including computer programming) from year 7 through to the Sixth Form.
Downe House is a Microsoft Showcase School offering staff and girls an opportunity to utilise technology in teaching and learning. Girls are able to achieve Microsoft Office Specialist accreditation. All staff are supported in achieving MIEE (Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert) status. The successful candidate will also have a chance to engage with supporting the wider Digital Strategy.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a busy and thriving Boarding School where everyone is encouraged to get fully involved with School life. We actively support our staff with their professional development and offer a range of CPD opportunities as well as an excellent remuneration package, pension scheme, meals on duty and great working conditions.
Please visit www.downehouse.net to apply online and read more about the role and the School. For recruitment enquiries, please call: 01635 204712 or email recruitment@downehouse.net.
Closing date: noon on Wednesday 8 April 2020
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and any offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS) and satisfactory references.
About Downe House
Situated in the town of Thatcham, in Berkshire, Downe House is an independent secondary school for girls aged between 11 and 18. It is both a day and boarding school. There are around 580 students enrolled at the school, the majority of whom are boarders. Downe House School was established in 1907 in Charles Darwin’s formal home. It is located on 110 acres of land. There are 12 houses for those living on the campus. One of the houses is located in France where year eight students have the opportunity to spend a term.
Headteacher
Emma McKendrick
Values and Vision
Downe House aims to give every girl attending the school equal opportunities. The goal is for them to develop positive attitudes towards learning and become important figures in the local and global community. Children are encouraged to have excellent exam results, as well as personal development.
Ofsted report
“There is positive leadership and a proactive approach to the health and well-being of the boarders. The health centre provides an outstanding service to the whole school. The welfare of pupils is at the heart of all the work that is done and the systems that are in place to support this aim. The pupils are well protected from harm with a written child protection policy that is regularly reviewed. The headmistress is the designated person in charge of child protection and works closely in this area with other members of the leadership team. Good attention is paid to overall health and safety matters supported by robust policies and comprehensive risk assessments.”
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