Teacher of Computer Science

Job Ref No.
ECC8825423-362
Position Type:
Teacher
Pay Range:
MPS/UPS
Position Start Date:
01/09/#####
Contract Type:
Full-time/Part-time
Contract Term:
Permanent
Application Close:
06/05#####4 Midnight
Date of Interviews:
Friday 10th Ma#####24
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a team of dedicated professionals who aim to empower our students to be the next generation of leaders through our values of leadership, enrichment, scholarship and kindness.The DepartmentThe Computer Science Department comprises of the Head of Department and one teacher of Computer Science. Computing is taught to students in Years 7 - 9, and Computer Science is taught at GCSE and Advanced Level. In addition, there is an IT Support department comprising of Trust and School staff.FacilitiesThe department has the benefit of four air-conditioned computer suites, each comprising 33 networked PCs. Currently, the student network runs on Linux Servers running entirely free and open-source software. Staff workstations run on Windows and a range of proprietary and open-source applications. The school has high speed Internet access, and every pupil has their own e-mail address and access to the WHSG private cloud. All teaching rooms are equipped with interactive touchscreens. High quality monochrome and colour laser printers are available for network printing throughout the school. Additional computing facilities are available for use around the school also.At Key Stage 3 all pupils in year 7 & 8 are taught Computing on a weekly basis. With year 9 having one lesson a fortnightStudents in Years 10 to 11 study OCR GCSE Computer Science (J277). They begin their Key Stage 4 studies by further developing an understanding of Computer Science, primarily using the Python programming language.At Advanced Level, students are currently studying OCR A Level Computer Science specification (H466). Current Year 13 students are studying a legacy course which is AQA Computer Science specification (A Level Awa#####517).Aims of the DepartmentOur aim is to ensure students understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of Computer Science. We encourage students to be confident with their knowledge of how computer systems work and to design and write programs in a high-level language (Python). We encourage pupils to think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically.Course Content:Computer Systems:Students will study the components that make up computer systems, and how they communicate with one another and with other systems via networking, students will also understand the impacts of digital technology to the individual and to wider society.Computing Thinking, Algorithms and Programming:Students will study abstraction, decomposition, logic, algorithms, leading to analysing problems in computational terms through practical experience of solving such problems, including designing, writing and debugging programs. Programming will be taught through Python. Students will also complete practical programming tasks during this time to further embed their programming skills.April 2024VISION AND PURPOSETo liaise with colleagues within Westcliff High School for Girls and within the South East Essex Academy Trust to support strategic development, share good practice and plan collaborative activities.Uphold the school's values of Scholarship, Leadership, Enrichment, and Kindness.Ensure high quality teaching across the department.Maximise the learning experiences and achievement of students.Monitor and report on student progress.Plan and contribute to activities within the departmentUndertake the role of Form Tutor, as required.Play a full part in the school and ensure that the vision and values of the school and the trust are upheld at all time.TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIESTeach assigned students, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all.Plan and prepare curriculum lessons in conjunction with school and departmental requirements and policies, including external syllabus requirements.Assist in the development of curriculum plans, syllabi, resources, schemes of work, and policies.Set and mark work in accordance with the school's assessment and marking procedures.Contribute to the review and quality assurance of curriculum plans as directed by senior leaders in the school.Contribute to the school and departmental improvement plans and their implementation.Maintain student records through the school's assessment procedures and use these to inform teaching.Where necessary, liaise with colleagues to ensure effective provision e.g. coteachers, associate support staff, trainee teachers.Communicate effectively with parents when required including during parent's consultation evenings.Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school effectively to promote a high quality of education for all students.Where necessary, collaborate with persons or bodies outside the school and participate in meetings arranged for the purposes of pupil progress.Initiate any necessary interventions to enable students to progress, including where relevant operating in line with a student's Individual Education Plan.Promote teamwork and ensure effective working relations.Ensure the Behaviour Management policy is implemented in the department so that effective learning can take place.Support the department participating in the school's ITT programme.To play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its distinctive mission and ethos and to encourage staff and students to follow this example.Proactively seek opportunities to develop professional practice through further training opportunities.Undertake the role of form tutor, as required including the delivery of PDE resources.To participate in the life of the House System.Comply with any reasonable request from the Headteacher or other school leader to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.For further information and to apply please visit about the SchoolWestcliff High School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders working in our schools will be considered to work in Regulated Activity and will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance all shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches that may include social media. For further information please contact #####.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
Emma Matthews BA (Hons)Westcliff High School for Girls, Westcliff on SeaEssex, SS0 0BS
Telephone: 01702 476026Email: #####
Team Leader for Computer Science
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Closing: 30#####2024 Midday
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