Teacher of Computing

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Teacher of Computing to join a Academy based in Brent.

Location: Wembley – excellent transport links to Central London

Salary: MPS/UPS £36,746 - £56,957

Contract: Permanent

Working hours: Full-time

Start date: September 2024 or earlier if possible

Interviews: w.c. Monday 15th April 2024

Do you have high expectations, a big heart and a passion for creating the right conditions for every pupil to work hard and be happy at school?  

Their mission is to ensure that every pupil leaves Elvin confident, articulate, and culturally aware; able to pursue careers they are passionate about, contribute to society and live happy, healthy and fulfilled lives.  

Does their mission inspire you to step up to a key role in their team to do your best work and to develop others to do theirs? 

Their school has been on a transformational journey, and they are looking for a new Teacher of Computing that will join the department through the next exciting leap forward as they challenge educational disadvantage by defining an ambitious, replicable and sustainable school model that supports children from communities like their to thrive at top third universities and highly competitive apprenticeships. 

About the role:

They are looking for an excellent Teacher of Computing who will ensure meaningful learning takes place for their students by teaching engaging and effective lessons. You will be a motivator and inspiration for their pupils and ensure they make rapid and sustained progress. 

This role is suitable for Early Career Teacher (ECT’s)

Their ideal candidate will be:

• A commitment to serving their diverse community in Brent
• A passion for their subject, curriculum development and teaching and learning
• High expectations for themselves and their pupils
• A keenness to learn and develop in your role
•  A team player with high standards of professionalism and courteousness. 

About their school:

The Academy is a large non-selective secondary school in the London borough of Brent. They are proud of the excellent education they offer each of their pupils. Their team of enthusiastic and ambitious staff have high expectations of themselves and their pupils and have worked together to transform their school. They are now just as excited about the next step in their school improvement journey as they work together to deliver the outstanding education their community need and deserve. 

At the Academy, they understand that being a teacher is tough and are committed to working together to help reduce workload where possible. This includes clarity around roles and responsibilities allowing you to plan daily, weekly and termly tasks, reducing ineffective or inefficient work such as report writing and parents' evenings and above all, listening to and acting on feedback. They are also committed to ensuring teachers can focus on teaching and have the opportunity to refine and develop their practice in the classroom and develop their leadership skills. 

In their last OFSTED inspection (October 2019) it was recognised that: 

“Pupils, parents and staff all agree that the Academy has improved out of all recognition. Pupils are proud of the school.”

“The headteacher and leaders have very high expectations…… Staff want all pupils to succeed in every area of their lives, not just academically.”

“The school is a calm, safe and supportive place for pupils. Pupils behave very well in lessons. They get on well with one another and with adults.” 

They offer:

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.

By applying to this job advertisement, you are providing consent for the Tes Recruitment team to propose and discuss your application with the employer.

Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role. 

To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context. 

Please include REF: LC2025863 in the email subject line. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs sent to us via email so please use the stated application route.