Acting Head of Computing (Temporary)
Rooks Heath School
Harrow
- Expiring soon
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS and TLR2B
- Job type:
- Full Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 1 May 2024
Job overview
ACTING HEAD OF COMPUTING (TEMPORARY)
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Temporary (Autumn Term Only)
Salary: MPS/UPS and TLR2B
Posted: Wednesday 17th April 2024
Closing Date: Wednesday 1st May 2024, 9am
Job Starts: Required September 2024
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 6th May 2024
The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advertised application closing date, should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Acting Head of Computing to lead a successful and supportive team. The appointed person will be required to teach across KS3, KS4, and KS5, and all ability ranges. You will also be responsible for the management of effective and efficient teaching and learning support in key areas of the school. You will conduct regular meetings, professional development and coaching with staff, setting targets and improving performance. In addition, you will be responsible for overseeing the extra-curricular provision in the Computing Department. We have a range of departmental initiatives which provide opportunities for the right candidate to cultivate their creative capabilities.
Rooks Heath School is committed to providing high quality teaching and learning for all students and the post represents an ideal opportunity to work in a happy, friendly and positive environment. We offer an excellent induction and development programme for new teachers. You will be a highly self-motivated, energetic and driven individual, encompassing a strong sense of autonomy. You will possess strong presentation and communication skills and be able to demonstrate achievement of targets.
Employee benefits we offer include, but are not limited to:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Excellent transport links
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Interest free loans for relocation costs
- Interest free loans for season ticket costs for TFL/trains
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contribution to Flu Jabs annually
- Contribution to standard eye care tests
- Employee referral scheme
Tithe Academy is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The recruitment of the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and registration with the update service.
Rooks Heath School is part of Tithe Academy, a Multi Academy Trust and sponsors a local primary school. Our schools work together to drive up standards across the MAT. We offer excellent CPD opportunities and potential for career progression.
If you think you are suited to the position and you are interested in joining our team, an application form is available to download from the school’s website: www.rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk. Only applications submitted on the school’s application form will be considered. Please send completed applications to recruitment@rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk. Please use this email address if you wish to contact the HR team for an application pack to be sent out. If you have any questions relating to this post, please do not hesitate to contact the HR team via email.
Please be aware we are unable to support applications which require sponsorship for this role.
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About Rooks Heath School
Rooks Heath School is dedicated to the education of generations of students, and we ensure that every child's needs are met. There is an equal focus on the development of the whole child, alongside ensuring that they fulfil their academic potential. We believe that every member of the Rooks Heath community should ‘strive to be their best’.
Students at Rooks Heath make excellent progress and achieve good examination results in both GCSE and vocational qualifications. We are passionate about having a culture of high aspiration at and beyond the school. It is highly important that every student gains a taste of academic and personal success throughout their time at Rooks Heath no matter their starting point. The families that join us have the same passion and commitment to the seven-year journey with us, and we work together to guarantee this. Once students have their education, no-one can take this away from them.
We hope you will want to apply for a position with us. Here are a few of the benefits we can offer:
- A highly skilled, professional and inspirational staff
- A wide range of CPD available
- Excellent public transport links
- Competitive Outer London pay scales
- Access to the 'cycle to work' scheme
- Local shops within walking distance
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