Leader, Computer Science and Media
Co-op Academy Priesthorpe
Leeds
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS Plus TLR2b (£4531)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2019
- Apply by:
- 24 October 2018
Job overview
Leader, Computer Science
MPR/UPR plus TLR2b (£4531)
Co-op Academy Priesthorpe is seeking a highly skilled, ambitious and inspirational individual to lead our Computer Science department. This department delivers Computer Science to Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 and Media to KS4.
You will be a strong practitioner with a passion for your subject. As a leader, you will demonstrate that you have experience of leading and motivating a team and a record of successful outcomes, within a subject or other area of school performance. You will be motived to succeed and be committed to improving the outcomes for students in your area of responsibility.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced teacher or a recently qualified teacher who is looking to progress their career within a growing Academy Trust. You will have the drive, energy and enthusiasm to work with our existing team to further build on the progress already made.
You will be confident ambassador for the department and passionate about driving a curriculum and educational provision that is demanding, yet inclusive. The role offers the successful candidate a challenge that will be both rewarding and fulfilling, with the support to achieve your own personal career goals and aspirations, whilst demonstrating a real commitment to co-operative values and principles.
Please take time to review the Co-operative Academies Trust brochure which outlines ‘Why work for CAT?’ In addition, Trust employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including discounted gym memberships, leisure offers, childcare vouchers, cycle to work, Co-op Credit Union, season ticket and rental deposit loans, cash-back healthcare scheme and co-operative discount offers.
We would encourage you to come and meet our students and staff in the department, including an informal discussion with the Faculty Leader. Please contact Mandy Carlton (m.carlton@priesthorpe.org) to arrange a visit.
Closing date: Wednesday 24 October 2018 (noon)
Interview dates are scheduled for Friday 26 October 2018
The Co-operative Academies Trust, as an aware employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority. This commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the Trust on its behalf.
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About Co-op Academy Priesthorpe
- Co-op Academy Priesthorpe
- Priesthorpe Lane, Pudsey, Leeds
- West Yorkshire
- LS28 5SG
- United Kingdom
Co-op Academy Priesthorpe is a 'Good' school in Leeds (Ofsted, 2024) with Outstanding features. It is an 11-18 Academy with a Sixth Form and an intake of over 1000 students and around 135 staff. Originally a co-operative foundation school and part of the Leeds Co-operative School’s Network, they joined the Co-operative Academies Trust in July 2017.
Values and vision:
Co-op Academy Priesthorpe’s ethos is centred upon the core themes of relationships and resilience. These are, in turn, underpinned by co-operative values, which include equality, equity, self-help and self-responsibility. We believe that every student’s abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. The Academy aims to establish values in students which lead to strong relationships underpinned by empathy and humanity, as well as to encourage students to see that mistakes are part of the journey towards excellence.
The development of resilience, the celebration of diversity and a commitment to working collaboratively with the wider community to promote learning, respect and social justice are all part of the school’s mission.
We believe we succeed together.
What makes us different?
All staff, teachers and associate, are responsible for a coaching group of around 12 students which they meet with for 1.5 hours over a week. Full training is offered and this adds a very rewarding element to all roles within Priesthorpe.
What our team does really counts and we offer a wide range of benefits and rewards to recognise the part you play in our success. Whether they benefit your finances, your well-being, or your family, in or outside work. From career progression and working and making a difference within your local community, to a whole range of financial discounts and benefits, working at Co-op Academies Trust isn’t just your standard job.
Principals:
Martin Blacoe / Louise Pratt
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