Computer Science Teacher

The successful candidate for this position will receive an Outwood Welcome Bonus of £5,000 in addition to an annual salary. This will be paid in the first month’s salary.

We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic and inspiring classroom practitioner to join out Computer Science department from September 2023. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who really wants to make a difference to the lives of young people. 

You must possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students and share our single goal of ‘students first’. 

The post is open to applications from both ECT and qualified candidates.

The successful candidate will:

• Have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning
• As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies
• An excellent knowledge and understanding of the subject is essential
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively

Outwood Grange Academies Trust provides a high-quality learning and cultural environment that inspires and motivates children. Whether you are ambitious for progression or determined to be an outstanding classroom teacher, Outwood Academy Freeston is the place for you. Leadership development, succession planning and capacity building are major priorities for the Trust as this enables us to facilitate rapid progression for those who want to advance either in the classroom or at a leadership level.

We pride ourselves on strong leadership, excellent outcomes and high expectations of all. You will be well supported by an experienced team of teachers and Directors as you work to raise attainment levels and offer an engaging curriculum experience. 

The Academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools, which affords opportunities for staff to work and progress across several schools if desired. All staff are guaranteed a minimum of two hours CPD per week and a further comprehensive programme of professional development is provided through our own network of teaching schools. 

Person Specification

Job Description

The DfE are promoting additional payments to encourage early career teachers in state-funded secondary schools in England to continue teaching. These early career teachers will need to be teaching in one of the following subject areas: Chemistry, Computer Science, Maths or Physics. 

It is worth noting that, in this context, the DfE are referring to early career teachers who trained to teach during, or after, 2017/18.   

These colleagues can check their eligibility at the DfE webpage below: 

DfE Guidance: Levelling up premium payments for teachers

This vacancy is being managed by our Recruitment Partner at Hays. 

If you wish to apply for this post or are interested in discussing further, please contact our Recruitment Partner at Hays on the details below.

Recruitment Partner – Michelle Audis

Email – michelle.audis@hays.com 

Phone – 07840 047154

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Closing date: Midday on 5 June 2023.

We reserve the right to close advertisements early. Advertisements will therefore close the day the decision has been taken to close the advertisement early.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.