Teacher of Computer Science
King's College School
Wimbledon
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive with excellent benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2023
- Apply by:
- 6 February 2023
Job overview
This appointment comes at a very exciting time in the school’s development, with Dr Anne Cotton joining the school as the new head in September 2022, and with Computer Science currently undergoing significant evolution as a subject at King’s. Our ambition is to become a centre of educational excellence in Computer Science.
This role arises owing to the expansion of the department and the introduction of A Level Computer Science. We are seeking to appoint a teacher of Computer Science on full-time basis who is eager to be part of the next exciting phase in the department’s evolution.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to, and lead on, the department’s strategy, vision and delivery, in line with our whole school aims to ensure that our digital education acts as a springboard for pupils for their futures, and that all pupils develop a solid understanding of programming, algorithmic thinking and emerging technologies. We wish to equip all our pupils with the skills of computational thinking, logical reasoning and problem-solving to enable them to play an active role in the creation and development of the digital world.
We would welcome applications from outstanding graduates with no prior teaching experience, as well as newly qualified and experienced teachers.
Person Specification
Essential:
- A passion for Computer Science as an academic discipline
- A good degree or alternative qualification in Computer Science or a related subject
- An ability to devise an appropriate curriculum that empowers pupils to take their interest in the subject to the highest possible level
- The capacity and imagination to develop the profile of the discipline within the school, including in the extra-curricular sphere through challenges, competitions, speakers and clubs
- An ability to work well with others
- Excellent communication, organisation and listening skills
The following would be advantageous:
- Prior experience of teaching GCSE and A-Level Computer Science or a related subject in a secondary school environment.
- Strong programming skill.
- Industry experience in programming, computing, robotics or AI.
If you are interested in our Teacher of Computer Science opportunity, please visit our website to find out more and apply.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 6th February 2023
Interview date: Friday 10th February 2023
Interviews may be staged and we may choose to appoint at any time during the application process.
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. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.
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About King's College School
King’s College School, Wimbledon is one of the most successful schools in the world, and our vibrant and caring community is a special place to learn and grow for boys aged 7-18 and girls aged 16-18. With over 1,500 pupils and 400 staff, we are located in one of the most attractive and peaceful parts of London, opposite 1,140 acres of countryside of Wimbledon and Putney Commons and just a short walk from the picturesque Wimbledon Village.
Head
Dr Anne Cotton
Values and vision
Our school was founded in 1829 by Royal Charter as the junior department of the university, King’s College London, and as such, intellectual aspiration and a progressive spirit are our heritage.
Today, we offer an education of the whole person, in Mind, Spirit and Heart, the enduring ethos of our foundation. Our guiding mission is to look outwards, to the world beyond school, and to life at 25: we look to the lives we are preparing our young people to lead, so that when the time comes, they are ready to forge the pathway they choose, and to make a purposeful impact.
We aim for each of our pupils to enjoy an exhilarating adventure of learning and to pursue academic excellence within a fun, caring, welcoming environment. Academic outcomes at A level, IB and GCSE consistently place King’s amongst the very top schools nationally and globally. Supporting our pupils to grow strong in spirit, in the shared values and qualities of character that will ground them, is equally important.
ISI report
"The academic standards achieved by pupils are outstanding... Pupils achieve outstanding academic, musical, sporting, linguistic and dramatic distinctions, actively encouraged by a strong culture of participation and the uncommonly wide choice of extra-curricular activities and range of opportunities on offer..."
"[Pupils] are confident to be themselves and find staff supportive and approachable in the school’s safe and friendly environment...The way in which pupils engage in contributing to the lives of others in the school, the local community and wider society is outstanding... Pupils demonstrate a great deal of respect for diversity within society... and the way in which they work with others is excellent."
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