Head of Computer Science

“Pupils, and students in the sixth form, flourish at this school. They are immensely proud of their school and its history. Pupils experience an ambitious curriculum that is successfully designed to build a deep and secure body of knowledge over time. They are exceptionally well prepared for the next stage in their education.” (Ofsted 2022)”

TPS with TLR 2B £5,020

Full Time, Permanent from September 2023

 (£1000 recruitment and retention award available for the right candidate)

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed teacher of Computer Science to lead our Computer Science provision and team of computing specialists. Computer Science is part of our core curriculum offer at Key Stage 3 and is also a popular subject at GCSE and A-Level. Blue Coat has a strong track record for high achievement and growing teachers and leaders. We will provide the opportunity for you to fulfil your ambitions and potential in a dynamic and supportive environment. 

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified teacher with relevant experience of teaching Computer Science.

·        Has good knowledge and experience of the Computer Science curriculum and will be able to teach the subject across Key Stage 3, 4 and 5.

·        Has very good subject knowledge and subject pedagogy.

·        Has an understanding, and experience of, the ways in which students’ achievement can be raised.

·        Has an understanding of the systems and structures which need to be in place to achieve high standards for all, and the drive and commitment to implement this.

·        Has a commitment to developing a high profile for Computer Science across the school and to build interest, curiosity and enthusiasm for the subject with our students.

• Has a commitment to personal, professional development and becoming the best that you can be.

The Blue Coat School:

• was judged to be outstanding in all areas by OFSTED 2022-23
• has a record of attainment and achievement at GCSE which is consistently significantly above national average
• has a large, thriving and oversubscribed Sixth Form
• has a happy, positive ethos, with clear expectations and boundaries: students enjoy their learning and are eager to do their best

Working for The Blue Coat School means that you would be part of the Cranmer Education Trust, a successful, growing Trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise. This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools.

Alongside Blue Coat, the Trust is made up of The Brian Clarke CofE School, St Anne’s Academy in Middleton and two primary schools - East Crompton St George’s and Mayfield Primary. The Trust also incorporates a teacher training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub; both of which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England.   For further details please visit https://careers.cranmereducationtrust.com/.

We offer:

·        Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust

·        Teachers career average pension scheme including life insurance and dependent’s pension

·        Central Oldham location close to good transport networks

The Blue Coat School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Cranmer Education Trust follows safer recruitment practices. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and appointment is therefore subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

For further information please refer to:

·          the Cranmer Education Trust’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Trust Policies | Cranmer Education Trust

·          The Trust’s statement on the employment of ex-offenders, in the vacancy Supporting Documents section.

·          The job description and person specification for further information regarding the safeguarding responsibilities of the role.

Follow the link Cranmer Education Trust - Careers site to apply for this vacancy. Please note CVs are not accepted.

Closing date for applications:       09:00am on Monday, 17th April 2023

Interviews:                                        w/c 24th April 2023