Teacher of Computing

32.83 Hours per Week, Term-Time, 38 weeks plus Training days.

We're really making a difference to people's lives. Join us.

We believe that everyone has a personal best. Those we care for and those who care for them. As a Cambian Teacher, you’ll find that you’re part of a close, supportive team, all focused on doing amazing work. You’ll be trusted, valued, encouraged and developed to become the best you can be. And get huge satisfaction from helping the people we care for achieve their personal best too.

About the school

Potterspury Lodge School is growing following successful residential and education Ofsted reports. We are working towards outstanding and are looking for an enthusiastic teacher to support our fabulous students to achieve their personal best. If you’re looking for a new challenge and a beautiful place to work then this is the role for you.

In this role you will:

• Maintain an up to date understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN) principles, definitions and basic practice. This includes an awareness of the roles and responsibilities of those who contribute to SEN programmes.
• Communicate and consult with parents/carers and other appropriate people, participating in student focused meetings as required.
• Recognise, value and raise the achievement of students.
• Use effective teaching strategies and lesson structures to deliver the curriculum.
• Develop ICT capability.
• Remain vigilant and do everything possible to protect students/residents and others from abuse of a physical, emotional, sexual, neglectful, financial or institutional nature.
• Act as mentor to newly appointed education staff.
• Have a duty (under Health & Safety legislation) to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and that of others.

We're looking for people who have:

• No criminal record including convictions, cautions, reprimands, bindings over or warnings which may be relevant to the safety and welfare of students/residents or staff.
• A recognised qualification relevant to ICT.
• A PGCE or equivalent and QTS (if not held be willing to achieve this within 2 years of appointment).
• A current car driving licence with no disqualifications or serious offences within past 3 years.
• Experience of working effectively with learners who experience difficulties similar to those experienced by students at this establishment.
• Experience of working effectively as part of a team.
• Experience of planning, delivering and assessing learning activities appropriate to individual’s needs and abilities.
• Experience of working successfully in situations which draw heavily on the ability to deal with difficult pressures and personal challenges.

In return you can expect:

• Pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Childcare Vouchers
• Refer a colleague programme
• Regular coaching and support
• Maternity pay
• External Training
• Free Parking

Closing date: 13/10/17
Interview date: 18/10/17

Ready to achieve your personal best? Please send your CV to Colin.Ramwell@cambiangroup.com