IT Teacher - Head of Department

We are looking to appoint a full-time Head of our IT department to work in this exceptionally friendly and high achieving school.  This role represents a unique opportunity to be instrumental in the reconfiguring of this vital department.

Initially you will be the sole member of the IT department, although the subject is taught across the curriculum and an important part of the role is to support colleagues in their use of IT in their teaching.  Daneshill has one computer suite equipped with PCs and also sets of iPads and laptops which can be booked for use in other classrooms.  Technical support is currently contracted out.

The successful candidate will be asked to draw up an ambitious departmental development plan, which they will present to the senior leadership team and board of governors for approval.

Personal Specification

Essential:

● A degree from a recognised university

● Maths and English GCSE or equivalent

● A passion for teaching

●  Excellent ICT skills and knowledge of the use of technology for teaching and       learning

●  Initiative, energy and drive

●  A commitment to the extra-curricular life of the school

● An ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

●  Qualified teacher status

●  Experience of coding

●  Experience with staff IT training

●  Experience of helping to design or modify schemes of work

Professional Responsibilities 

Teaching and Learning

● Promote an environment where children are inspired and excited to learn and problem solve

● Plan, prepare and deliver high quality, differentiated lessons that are well-paced, stimulating and challenging

● Lead the department, participating actively in meetings, cooperating with colleagues in the development of programmes of study, schemes of work, teaching resources, and methods of teaching and assessment

Assessment, Recording and Reporting

● Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments and reports on the development, effort, progress and attainment of pupils

● Mark work according to agreed guidelines.

● Communicate and consult with parents both formally during parents’ evenings and informally, as required.

● Make effective use of assessment information to promote and facilitate pupil progress and well-being.

Pastoral Care, Safeguarding and Well-being

All members of staff have a responsibility and duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils. Staff must be aware of the systems within the school which support safeguarding and must act in accordance with the school’s Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and Staff Code of Conduct. Staff will receive appropriate child protection training which is regularly updated.

● Provide a safe, secure and well-organised environment that encourages the development of children as independent learners and considerate members of the school community

● Maintain good order and discipline among the pupils and have due regard for their health and safety both on the school premises and when engaged in authorised school activities elsewhere.

● Act as a role model to pupils in all actions and behaviour

● As a Form Tutor or Assistant Form Tutor and as a teacher, promote the general progress and well-being of pupils and provide guidance and advice, making records and liaising with colleagues and parents, as appropriate.

Supervision

● Supervise and teach any pupils who are assigned to you for cover

● Participate in supervisory duties before and after school, during breaks and lunch-times as require

Professional Development and Appraisal

● Review from time to time your own teaching methods and use of resources

● Have knowledge of and keep up to date with current pedagogy

● Actively participate in arrangements for your professional development as a teacher

● Actively participate in arrangements for the appraisal of your performance

Other professional responsibilities

● Uphold and follow the Staff Code of Conduct

● Operate at all times within all stated policies and practices of the school and annually review policy and procedure updates

● Maintain high professional standards 

● Maintain an attractive and stimulating classroom environment with displays of pupil work and learning resources and contribute to displays in the school as a whole

● Maintain positive working relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and other members of the school community

● Actively contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school through involvement in clubs, outreach activities and, as required, residential trips

● Attend staff meetings, assemblies, parent information evenings as required

● Attend major events such as the Carol Service, evening concerts and performances, as required

● Participate in Open Mornings and support with invigilation and marking of entrance examinations

● Undertake such other tasks as may reasonably be assigned by the Head from time to time

Areas of responsibility are subject to review and negotiable in the light of the prevailing needs of the school and the professional development of staff.