Computing Teacher

We are seeking a Computing Teacher to work with the Head of Department to ensure outstanding examination outcomes in Computing; the new post-holder will also work with our established and experienced team to ensure that a comprehensive wider learning offer is in place for Computing students. William Perkin, an Ofsted Outstanding school, is one of four Twyford Trust schools, and the new post-holder will be joining us at a time of growth; the organisation therefore offers exciting development opportunities and good promotion prospects for motivated and energetic teachers who support the ethos of the Trust. Our Sixth Form opens in September 2018 - those with an interest in teaching A-level are encouraged to apply. This role is suitable for NQTs and RQTs.

As an elective subject, all students in year 7, 8 and 9 have a 100 minute Computing lesson every week. Consequently, our students receive a diverse and rich curriculum in which they are able to critically evaluate, analyse and explore different aspects of Computing. We additionally offer core ICT classes in the morning to help our students who need extra support with basic digital literacy as well as a very successful Computing club as an extended elective. 

We currently offer two pathways for the students; GCSE Computer Science as well as Cambridge Nationals in Information Technologies qualification. We have a high percentage of students in KS3 that are interested and passionate about the subject and want to further their passion onto GCSE. We are currently a team of 3 in the computing department with the hope of further expansion as the school grows. 

For more information about the school please see the William Perkin CE High School website.  For more information about the role please see the Job Description on the Twyford Trust website at:  http://www.twyfordacademies.org.uk/recruitment/vacancies

We firmly believe that any teacher who visits the school will see the passion for Computing shared by both students and staff alike - you are warmly invited to visit us and see for yourself what an outstanding school William Perkin is. To arrange a visit, please email the Head of Computing, Sarah Manji, at smanji@williamperkin.org.uk

The successful candidate will have:

•  good degree and Qualified Teacher Status
• ability to teach Computing to GCSE and ideally to KS5
• knowledge of the requirements of the National Curriculum
• an understanding of recent curriculum / learning developments
• an understanding of the strategies required to motivate and enthuse all students across the ability range as part of a whole school approach to raising achievement
• an understanding of the processes and techniques required to assess, record and report students’ learning effectively
• ability to be reflective and driven towards self-improvement
• energy and enthusiasm
• a commitment to the ethos of the school.

We offer:

• exceptional professional development and career progression
• positive working relationships at all levels
• a supportive and lively Leadership Team.

William Perkin CE High School, Greenford

William Perkin Church of England High School opened as a Free School in September 2013 with its first intake of Year 7 students, and now has five year groups (7 - 11) totalling almost 1,000 students. The school is founded on the successful systems and approaches of Twyford CE High School, with the principle difference that it is a distinctively Christian school with open admission criteria. The school is rated ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted (June 2015) and SIAMS (October 2016) and is oversubscribed on first choice applicants. The Twyford Trust’s fourth school – Ada Lovelace CE High School – is due to open in temporary accommodation (on the William Perkin site) in September 2018.

How to apply

Please visit the Vacancies page of the Twyford Trust website http://www.twyfordacademies.org.uk/recruitment/vacancies for more information about how to apply, and to download a Job description, Application Form and Letter to Applicants.

Applications must be submitted to HR/Recruitment at Twyford School by the closing date and time above. They can be posted to Twyford Church of England Academies Trust, c/o Twyford Church of England School, Twyford Crescent, Acton, London W3 9PP or emailed to recruitment@twyfordacademies.org.uk Please do not submit applications by fax.

Closing date: 12 noon on Wednesday 7 February 2018

Interview date: Wednesday 21 February 2018

The Twyford Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and references from previous employers. For more information about the DBS please see https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check