Malbank School and Sixth Form College

Teacher of Computer Science and ICT starting September 2023

We would like to appoint an enthusiastic and dynamic teacher to expand the talent of our team and replace a colleague who is leaving to work closer to home.

The ICT/Computer Science department consists of 2 full-time teachers. Each full-time member of the department teaches across the age and ability range and has his/her own classroom. The department is well-organised and well-resourced, as well as having a wide array of software applications to enhance teaching and learning. Our network consists of over 400 desktop and other devices, is subject to regular on-going investment, and is reliable.

At KS3 the department principally follows the Eduschemes programmes of learning. At KS4, students are currently following the OCR Creative iMedia and OCR Computer Science specifications. All students start their GCSE course in Year 10. In Year 12, students can continue their Computer Science studies with OCR GCE Computer Science. Teachers are expected to use a wide range of learning resources and activities following a structured, objective led schemes of work.

Present priorities for development include;

·        maximising achievement in computer science

·        the continued development of schemes of work for computer science at KS3

·        developing community links

We are a forward-looking, co-operative department where we share good practice, support each other and where every member of the department’s experience and input is valued.  You will be made very welcome to our department and will be very well-supported in this role. Continual professional development of colleagues is very important to us and staff are encouraged to attend relevant training courses throughout the year. All teaching colleagues also have one period per fortnight over and above their allocated non-contact time for personal development. There are also many opportunities for staff to take on extra responsibilities both within the department and across the school.

We welcome applications from a fully or newly qualified teacher who:

·        is an outstanding classroom practitioner.

·        can teach across the full age and ability range with the ability to contribute to the teaching of ICT and/or computer science up to level 3.

·        is able to work effectively with colleagues to support quality first time delivery.

·        has innovative ideas and will contribute equally to shared development work to engage and enthuse learners.

·        is actively supportive of the culture and values of the department and the school.

 The post would suit someone:

·        Who has excellent inter-personal skills.

·        Who enjoys working as part of a team.

·        Who is ambitious and relishes facilitating high achievement for their students.

·        Is child centred.

·        Is a good problem solver.

·        Is good at juggling – and able to prioritise in order to meet deadlines.

·        Is tactful.

·        Is diplomatic and calm.

·        Is discreet.

·        Has a good sense of humour.

·        Is ambitious for themselves, the students, and our school.

·        Is supportive of the values and ethos of our school.

If you are able to offer an additional subject please make that clear on your application.