Computer Science Teacher
Bridgwater College Academy
Somerset
- Expired
- Salary:
- Qualified Teacher’s Pay Scale
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Commencing 1st January 2024 or earlier if possible
- Apply by:
- 14 June 2023
Job overview
Bridgwater College Academy is an all-through academy for students aged 3 to 16. The academy is part of the Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust.
Ref Number: 859
Qualified Teacher’s Pay Scale
Permanent
Commencing 1st January 2024 or earlier if possible
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Academy, where putting students first is a fundamental part of our culture. We strongly believe that positive outcomes for our students come from the professionalism, commitment and passion for excellence displayed by our staff.
We are looking for an outstanding classroom teacher. The ability to teach computer science would be a significant advantage. You will need to have the ability to inspire and develop both staff and students in order to raise standards and maximise potential.
What we offer:
- Employee Rewards scheme – High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre
- A Trust wide leadership competencies framework
- A professional leadership development coach
- A Trust wide staff wellbeing policy
- Personalised professional development supported by an exceptional team within the Academy and driven through The Continual Professional Growth Policy which replaces appraisal and pay progression.
In addition to the above, a recruitment and relocation allowance will be provided for the right candidate.
We welcome visits to the school and will endeavour to share some of the ways we support and value our staff here at the Academy and more widely within the Bridgwater College Trust. We hope you can join us in making a significant contribution to narrowing the gap in achievement for our students and enabling young people to feel the exhilaration of going ‘beyond their best’.
Please note although we are seeking a full-time colleague, applications for a job share will also be considered.
Full details and an application pack can be found in the ‘Key Information’ section, under ‘Vacancies’ at:
www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org
Closing date for applications: Noon, Wednesday 14th June 2023
Bridgwater College Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.
About Bridgwater College Academy
Bridgwater is a historic market town in Somerset with a rich cultural heritage and a strong sense of community. Best known for hosting Europe’s largest illuminated carnival, the town has a proud tradition of celebration and togetherness. Today, Bridgwater is also a town on the rise. Significant investment in housing, infrastructure, and industry, including the nearby Hinkley Point C project, is driving rapid growth and opportunity.
At the heart of this community is Bridgwater College Academy (BCA) is a large, all-through academy educating pupils from age 3 to 16. Established in 2012, BCA was one of the first all-through schools in the Southwest and remains distinctive in its ability to provide a seamless journey from nursery through to GCSEs.
Our structure brings consistency and stability, supporting pupils to achieve their potential at every stage. It allows staff to build long-term relationships with children and their families, and it gives colleagues the unique privilege of seeing the long-term impact of their work on pupils’ progress and development.
We are proud to serve a diverse and vibrant community, raising aspirations and widening opportunities. Our broad and balanced curriculum is complemented by strong pastoral care and enrichment opportunities, preparing our pupils for life beyond school.
The town of Bridgwater is ideally placed for those seeking an excellent quality of life. Set between the Quantock Hills, the Mendips, and the Somerset Levels, Bridgwater offers easy access to stunning countryside, walking trails, and the nearby coastline. Its location on the M5 and mainline rail network ensures excellent connectivity to Bristol, Exeter, Taunton, and London, making it an increasingly attractive place to live and work.
Our Core Purpose: Every Child Achieves
BTC Trust Values: Ambitious I Collaborative I Inclusive
Bridgwater College Academy Vision:
At BCA we demonstrate high expectations through the promotion of reading, respect, resilience and responsibility.
All BCA students will:
- be able to read fluently at a level that reflects their chronological age or higher.
- always demonstrate respect and strive to build positive relationships with others.
- be resilient when facing challenges and take responsibility for themselves and their community.
Bridgwater College Primary Academy Core Principles:
- We are committed to inclusive classrooms which promote active engagement in learning by all pupils.
- We aspire for everyone to feel heard, and we work hard to communicate with each other effectively so that we can all achieve our best.
- We are focused on preparing pupils for their future in the wider world by promoting community engagement, social awareness and cultural understanding.
- We endeavour to cultivate a lifelong love of reading by immersing pupils in diverse narratives, expanding knowledge and fostering critical thinking skills.
Executive Headteacher – Jonathan Black
Secondary Phase Headteacher – Chris Wade
Primary Phase Headteacher – Sarah Evans
Ofsted
“Pupils feel happy and safe in school. Relationships between teachers and pupils are warm and positive. Pupils know that they are cared for well. They say that teachers will go the extra mile for them.”
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