Teacher of Computer Science and Creative iMedia

About The RoleThe Portsmouth Academyis seeking to appoint aTeacher of Computer Science and Creative iMediato join our team ofcommitted professionals teaching our fantastic students from years 7 -11.This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic teacher who has a positive and open approach to learning.
Computing plays an important and integral role in our school community. This is reflected in the opening of a brand new Computing suite for 2024 that will sport state of the art equipment.
This post is suitable for an experienced teacher or ECT with a passion for teaching Computer Science.
What you will need to succeed:
For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached job description and person specification
Be a qualified Teacher of Computer Science and able to deliver to KS3 & KS4
Be passionate about teaching and learning and transforming the life chances of our students
Outstanding classroom practice with high expectations for achievements and behaviour
Be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum
High expectations for yourself and the students to ensure that all achieve their very best
An aspiring leader of learning and happy to grasp exciting CPD opportunities
Contribute to the values, ethos and the development of our schools
About UsThe Portsmouth Academy is focused on providing an inclusive education for all children and ensuring that every child has access to the same opportunities. The Portsmouth Academy’s vision and ethos is rooted in developing aspirational and self-reflective learners who are able to think for themselves and be valuable members of their community. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum in both KS3 and 4, placing significant importance on cultural capital alongside academic achievement.
‘Pupils are happy at school and proud to be members of its community’ – Ofsted, 2022
We are a “Microsoft Showcase School” due to our approach to digital learning. The academy has launched a one:one device policy, so every child in Year 7 and Year 8 has their own laptop, and we are particular interested in finding teachers who have experience of, or would like to develop experience of, teaching with technology.
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Hampshire and Plymouth.
We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.
Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:
Think about their Thinking
Be their Best self
Shape their Success
In this way we transform life chances
Click HereTo view our Trust video to gain an insight into The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
Whatour Trust willoffer you:
Minimum starting salary £30,863 for all ECTs
With an outstanding Leadership and Management team, we are focused on providing our staff with bespoke CPD tailored to the stage they are at in their career.
Vast support network from senior leaders and other teachers within the school and our Trust to help you deliver outstanding teaching and learning through resources, mentoring and school visits.
We place a strong emphasis on “Wellbeing for Staff” here at The Portsmouth Academy and were proud to previously receive the Wellbeing award at the Teach Portsmouth Awards.
A state-of-the-art new building with fantastic facilities to house, art, music drama and humanities.
Benefit from an internationally accredited pedagogy approach to thinking and learning, which has been proven to enhance classroom practice
As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Charted Teacher
Generous employer contribution to the Teachers Pension Scheme
As a Trust we aim to foster a culture of appreciation with our fantastic Colleague recognition scheme
Health and Wellbeing benefits including access to Thinking You -A 24/7 employee assistance programme for legal, financial, emergency health or lifestyle support
A 'Refer a Friend' incentive scheme
We work closely with Teach Portsmouth and The Portsmouth Education Partnership
Free parking in our staff car park
Next steps:
If you are interested in working in our school, benefitting from a supportive network of teachers across our large academy and our Trust and you are keen to progress your career, then please apply today!
Early applications areencouragedand we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.
To arrange an informal conversation please contactNicky #####
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 is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please #####
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