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Teacher of Computer Science

Teacher of Computer Science

Hoe Valley School and Sixth Form

Surrey

  • Expired
Salary:
Up to £47,000.00 depending on experience
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
Flexible start date 16/4/18 or 1/9/18
Apply by:
28 January 2018

Job overview

Computer Science Teacher required, flexible start date

We are looking for a passionate, talented and rigorous Computer Science teacher to join our school on its journey to becoming an established and outstanding community School. As a new school we pride ourselves on our streamlined, innovative approach to ICT with high numbers of student devices, regular CPD specifically on new software and applications to enhance learning and with slick systems to reduce paperwork and administration. Our students and staff are keen to learn more and Computer Science is already a popular subject at the school.

The successful candidate will have the exciting and unique opportunity to shape a KS3, KS4 and KS5 curriculum which is bespoke, challenging and fit for the needs of 21st century life. There is the potential for leadership roles for the right candidate.

We are looking for an inspirational teacher who embraces creativity, innovation and is always looking for the very best practice in teaching. They will share the School's vision and the belief that all young people can achieve at high levels.

About you:  

-You will be an inspirational teacher with a proven track record of leading students to achieve outstanding results 

- You will embrace creativity, innovation and always look for the very best practice in teaching  

-You will share the School's vision and the belief that all young people can achieve at high levels 

- You will have a bachelor's degree at a 2.1 or higher in a relevant discipline

- You will have qualified teacher status through a PGCE, GTP or other international equivalent

About us: 

-Our staff feedback shows we have a team who feel trusted, listened to and who have a healthy work life balance.   

-The excellent behaviour of our students and our resistance to any unnecessary paperwork means staff can really focus on teaching and learning. 

-All of our team have a bespoke CPD programme in place and share best practice across faculties. 

Colleague Benefits:  

-Our staff are offered childcare and cycle to work vouchers, reduced gym membership at our neighbouring sports facilities and have access to convenient free parking.   We also provide wellbeing packages which include yoga lessons and dry cleaning collections.     

-We also have additional holiday at the end of the Autumn and Summer terms to recognise and reward the commitment of our staff.

Potential candidates are warmly invited to visit the School or to contact the Head Teacher for an informal conversation.  

This is an outstanding and rare opportunity to be part of a School's development and to see your career grow as the School grows.  

Please send applications and queries to recruitment@hoevalleyschool.org.  

Deadline for application is: 

Sunday 28th January 2018

Applications are considered as they are received, we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.  

Interviews will be held on: 

Weds 7th February 2018

Only fully completed application forms received by the stated deadline for applications will be accepted as valid applications.   

CV’s will not be accepted as applications.  No recruitment agencies please.

Attached documents

About Hoe Valley School and Sixth Form

The School

“Hoe Valley School is an inspiring environment at the heart of its community where every student’s experience is personalised. Our students will learn to think independently, pursue their ambitions and achieve to their highest potential.”

Hoe Valley School is:

  • An oversubscribed secondary school which opened in September 2015 to serve the local community of South Woking
  • Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in June 2018
  • Delivering innovative and exciting lessons to years 7-13
  • Committed to ensuring our students leave us with excellent academic outcomes, the skills to be ‘work-ready’ and the traits of excellent global citizens
  • Following the national curriculum offering an extended day allowing time for additional Maths and English along with time for all students to complete their homework during the compulsory day
  • A Google School with ICT fully embedded in all curriculum areas
  • Growing its new STEAM focussed academic Sixth Form, which opened in September 2023
  • Committed to learning which is relevant with links to the ‘real world’ of business, higher education and the local community
  • In a state of the art new School completed in September 2018 on Egley Road, Woking
  • Committed to supporting our staff to have a good work / life balance by offering longer school holidays, bespoke CPD programmes, minimising paperwork and meetings and ultimately by trusting our staff to deliver excellent outcomes


The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful appointments are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

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