Teacher of Computer Science

Wilmslow High  School

Holly   Road

Wilmslow, SK9 1LZ

School age range: 11-18

Approximately 2000 including almost 500 sixth form students

Salary range: Main Pay Range (£22,917 to £33,492) Upper Pay Range (£35,927 to £38,633)

Start date:  1st September 2018 or earlier if possible

Teacher of Computer Science

An opportunity has arisen within Wilmslow High School’s for an inspirational Computer Science teacher who is a creative thinker and applies their initiative especially with the development of new approaches to coding, robotics and electronics. The post holder will need to have excellent subject knowledge, a drive to achieve outstanding results and the ability to provide the best opportunities in a changing digital world. In order to achieve this, the post holder will need to ensure that barriers to learning are eradicated, as far as possible, allowing students to achieve the very best outcomes. This important role must ensure all students are prepared for the future world of work as well as nurture a life-long enjoyment of this subject. The ability to deliver GCSE Computer Science is essential whilst the ability to offer A level Computer Science would be desirable.

The successful candidate will:

· A high degree of subject competency and personal organization with a continuing
personal interest in, and commitment to Computer Science.

· An innovative and progressive approach to curriculum development, working
practice and teaching

· have the ability to teach at all levels  

· Effective and appropriate student management with high expectations evident in all lessons.

· The ability to work as a member of a team and to contribute to that team in a creative and purposeful manner.

We endeavour to preserve a happy and caring environment that is rooted in our core values, and in which staff and students can flourish, whilst challenging ourselves to pursue excellence for all our students.  The school is set in extensive grounds, ideally positioned between the thriving city of Manchester and the open countryside of the Peak District.

Closing date:  Thursday, 1st March 2018 at 12 noon 

Interview date: Monday, 12th March 2018

  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to respect this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

Application packs are available on line at www.wilmslowhigh.cheshire.sch.uk/vacancies or www.tes.com