Teacher of Computer Science

Teacher of Computer Science

Required to start September 2018.

The Computer Science and ICT department at West Exe School are excited to offer a teaching position to a creative, innovative and computer science teacher. This individual will share our passion for both technology and teaching and learning pedagogy, using a combination of these to consistently deliver engaging lessons to our students. 

The individual who is successful in securing this post will join a highly performing team where exciting new online assessment and support materials facilitate 24/7 ‘flipped’ student learning. The successful applicant should have an appetite for new and innovative learning technologies as well as an eagerness to see these technologies spread across the school. As it forms roughly a third of our computer science curriculum, this post requires an applicant who can competently code Python. The post may also involve an element of iMedia delivery and as such, an understanding of Microsoft Office and the Adobe Creative Suite would be of benefit. 

West Exe School will shortly be academising and will be joining the Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust. The Trust is a values driven, rapidly growing 2 – 16 Trust with a relentless focus on transforming lives through learning by delivery outstanding outcomes for every pupil, regardless of background. With a reputation for highly successful school improvement in very challenging circumstances, we are passionate about driving up standards and raising the aspirations of all our pupils.

At West Exe we are team. We are committed to providing the very best environment for professional growth, believing that this is key to fostering an innovative and a progressive atmosphere.You will be instrumental in inspiring and motivating our students and will be required to play an active role in driving West Exe School forward, raising standards and creating outstanding life chances for our students. 

If you are interested in finding out more about the School, please visit our website at www.westexe.devon.sch.uk or alternatively contact the School on 01392 660100 to arrange a visit.

An application form and further details are available at www.westexe.devon.sch.uk, by telephoning 01392 660100 or by emailing recruitment@westexe.devon.sch.uk 

Closing date: 9am, Thursday, 1 February 2018

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.