Computer Science and iMedia Teacher

Holme Grange is a successful, traditional Independent School with a real soul. We aim to stimulate intellectual curiosity and encourage pupils to embrace challenge. We have waiting lists in most year groups. We have high expectations, setting high standards for ourselves and our pupils. Pastoral care is the responsibility of every member of staff and is one of the many strengths of the School.

Having very successfully extended our School’s excellent provision to teach to GCSE back in 2015, the School is thriving and Eaton Grange currently operates a four-form entry from Year 7. We have innovative, forward thinking staff with an understanding of how children learn and continue to learn ourselves. We are looking for someone to join us who is willing to contribute ideas and enthusiasm, to motivate and inspire and to strive to provide the finest education, care and opportunity for our pupils.

Holme Grange has seen considerable investment in Information Technology in recent years. We are seeking an excellent Teacher of Computer Science and iMedia to deliver outstanding lessons across the school and support colleagues who also teach ICT to their forms.

We are a well-resourced school. Pupils have access to a 40 workstation ICT Suite, multiple trolleys of iPads and over 300 Chromebooks. All classrooms are equipped with an Interactive Whiteboard plus projector connected to a laptop or a Desktop PC.

The school uses SharePoint and Google Docs plus a range of media to communicate & market the school as well as to teach pupils. Pupil in the senior school work with 1:1 devices and we use Microsoft as the vehicle for doing so.

We are lucky to have some 3D printers used for the pupils to design 3D models. The school’s MIS is Engage alongside other staff systems. ICT is taught as a discrete subject throughout the school from the age of 3 with further use made of ICT resources by teachers in other subject lessons.

The successful applicant will be an exemplary practitioner with excellent interpersonal and team working skills. If you are dedicated and energetic, we offer a delightful working environment which is well resourced. Professional development opportunities are available and encouraged.

A willingness to play a full part in the extra-curricular and pastoral life of our happy and vibrant school is essential. Holme Grange has its own salary scale.

Holme Grange is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for all jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level. A Prohibition Check is also carried out. Holme Grange School is an equal opportunities employer.

Pre-application visits welcomed – please phone to book a time. Full details and application form available at www.holmegrange.org or by telephoning 0118 978 1566. Applications will only be accepted by completion of an application form which should be submitted with a hand-written letter of application to the Head – Mrs C Robinson.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 24th April 2024                  Interviews: w/c 29th April 2024