Teacher of Computer Science
We seek to appoint a well-qualified, professional and versatile Computer Science teacher from September 2025. This is a permanent post and would be suitable for ECTs. The role would cover teaching in KS3, 4 & 5.
Closing date: 27th January 2025 at noon
Start date: September 2025
Contract type: Full Time
Contract term: Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
The Post
We seek to appoint a well-qualified, professional and versatile Computer Science teacher from September 2025. This is a permanent post and would be suitable for ECTs. The role would cover teaching in KS3, 4 & 5.
Computer Science
Computer Science is taught throughout the 11 - 18 age range and at all levels of ability. Computer Science is taught in mixed ability groups in Years 7 and 8, with pupils at Hinchingbrooke starting their KS4 programme where we offer GCSE Computer Science. In KS5, we offer A-level Computer Science.
Teaching
The successful candidate will be expected to be an excellent classroom practitioner. As a school we value highly the development of new and existing materials, and the post will involve the opportunity to work on the review of existing materials and the development of new ideas.
Above all else, the successful candidate should be enthusiastic about their work with young people and have a genuine concern for their development as individuals.
The school sees the form tutor as a key role in the support, development and welfare of the students and teachers are expected to undertake this role with the same standards and commitment as their subject role.
The school offers a bespoke CPD programme, research and development, links and networks with other outstanding schools as well as a plethora of extra-curricular and cross-curricular working opportunities.
Why come to Hinchingbrooke?
This is a fantastic school to work in: on interview, we ask candidates for their impressions of the school and without fail they comment on how wonderful our students are, the positive team ethos amongst staff and how friendly and welcoming the school is.
Staff Benefits:
· O2 Staff discount
· Free use of on-site leisure facilities including gym and swimming pool
· Free car parking
· Generous employee pension contribution scheme and death in service benefit (LGPS)
· Day one entitlement to contractual sick pay
· CPD access and support
· Employee assistance package (counselling & advice)
· Access to staff discounts from local suppliers
If you are an outstanding teacher, it really is worth applying for this post and joining somewhere special. We are seeking to appoint a candidate who is passionate about their subject area; a team player who will thrive on collaboration and teamwork; someone who really wants to make a difference!
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Closing date: 20th January 2025 at noon
Interview date: w/b 27th January 2025
Application and covering letter to be sent to : jobs@hbk.acesmat.uk For further information or to arrange a pre application visit to the school, please contact Debbie Warner on 01480 420575 or dwarner@hbk.acesmat.uk
Early applications are recommended as we reserve the right to close the vacancy before the deadline if we receive sufficient applications.