Teacher of IT

MPS/ UPS equivalent

Applications are welcome from all levels of appropriate experience

We are excited to advertise the position of Teacher of IT at Wrotham School.

We are justifiably proud of our outstanding IT & Computing department which consistently delivers an engaging and inspirational curriculum whilst achieving the highest levels of student progress at KS3, GCSE and A Level.

We are looking at expanding our remit to all levels and year groups at the school.

We are looking for someone with a real passion and forward thinking mind-set to push this department forward. This post is suitable for practitioners who are passionate about their subject and wish to work in a school where success is rewarded with both autonomy and competitive remuneration.

Personal Specification:

Required:

• Experience of teaching Information Technology vocational qualifications.
• A passion for exciting and engaging lessons that apply real world skills to creative projects.
• Be able to teach across the Adobe Suite Package including, Photoshop, Premier Pro and Flash.
• A working understanding of assessment and moderation of vocational and academic subjects.
• A desire and determination to achieve outstanding results by working with all students to maximise their progress and attainment.
• A commitment to our ethos as a recognised “School of Character”.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with staff across our small trust.
• Desirable:

  A track record of success in teaching Vocational qualifications at KS3, 4 and 5.

  A basic knowledge or want to learn to teach a little Computer Science as this will be needed in KS4.

  Experience of moderating academic and vocational and academic subjects at KS4 and 5.

  Exam board training and knowledge of a range of relevant qualifications.

  Experience of leading a team/ coordinating and quality assuring the work of others.

  NPQSL qualification or desire to undertake this (supported by the school).

  Wrotham School is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and actively encourages applications from all potential candidates regardless of race, gender, sexuality and disability.

  To apply please complete the application form provided. 

  Wrotham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for children.

  If you would like to make an application or discuss the post please contact Ben Sanchez, BSanchez@wrotham.kent.sch.uk

  Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy should sufficient interest be received or we are able to appoint prior to the closing date. Early application is recommended