Trainee Teacher of Computer Science/IT

1 month ago

Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom Woking College Full time

Rated "Outstanding" in every area, by Ofsted in November 2022, Woking College are proud to provide excellence in sixth form education.

"Staff feel proud to work at the College. They are exceptionally positive about the culture leaders have created. They describe leaders as visible, approachable and highly focussed on staff wellbeing. Leaders celebrate achievement frequently in staff forums which helps staff to feel recognised, highly valued and a member of the Woking College family."The Role

Student applications are high and as such we have the capacity for a Trainee Teacher. We are looking for a committed, dynamic and enthusiastic trainee with a passion for Computer Science/IT. This is an exciting time to join our rapidly expanding and successful Sixth Form College.

Candidates must hold a relevant subject degree, have a Level 2 qualification in both English Language and Mathematics (Grade 4/C minimum) and be committed to studying towards the PGCE qualification.

If you are a recent graduate, or are considering a career change, or perhaps you are already working in an education environment as a support member of staff and would like to take the next step and utilize your degree? Our students are unique individuals – we are looking for a trainee teacher who can support and guide students to further enhance their life changes during their time at College.

The role will be fixed-term for two years, the number of teaching hours will vary depending on the subject area, full-time hours will be made up as a Technician/Learning Support Assistant/Independent Learning Mentor or other appropriate role(s) which will support your personal and professional development. Part-time hours will be considered.

A full mentoring programme is arranged to introduce all new staff to sixth form college systems and procedures and to support and encourage professional development. We are looking for an exceptional candidate to join this friendly team, and inspire our students. We expect high performance from all our staff and candidates should demonstrate their ability and suitability to both the role and the culture of the College.

The Department

The IT/Computer Science Department is a highly successful area of the College. The department currently offer A Level Computer Science; Information Technology: Award & Extended Certificate (Level 2); Information Technology: Subsidiary Diploma & Diploma (Level 3) and Digital Games Production: National Extended Certificate (Level 3).

Student recruitment numbers have grown over the last few years and the department adopts a pro-active approach to broadening its curriculum to meet the needs of the students. The curriculum embeds a wide variety of industry specialist software (ranging from Adobe Suite to complex 3D modelling applications), and are geared to prepare students for higher education and employment. On all courses, students will develop some knowledge of programming, thus improving their problem-solving skills. The department hosts a range of extra-curricular activities which includes C# programming and games development club, Bebras Computational Thinking Challenge, and additional workshops to support learners outside of lesson time.

A significant number of our students go on to study IT and computing-related courses at university and return to the college to keep in touch as well as providing guidance and support to students aspiring to higher education.

Application Information:

Start Date: Tuesday 27 August 2024

Salary: £20,747 to £24,907 per annum, depending on number of teaching hours, and experience (pro rata for part-time).

PGCE: This role will be in conjunction with a Further Education & Teaching Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (ProfGCE) course awarded by the University of Brighton. For September 2024 the PGCE sessions take place on Mondays from pm. The course is delivered via a blended approach of face to face sessions at Reigate College and virtual lessons on MS Teams. This provides opportunities to interact and engage with the lecturers and other students.

The College will pay for the full PGCE course fees, over the two years of the course.

Duration: This role is fixed-term for 2 years. There is no guarantee of a permanent role at the end of this period.

To Apply: Please download the Application Pack and click the Apply Now button to access the Application Form via the College website.

CVs will not be accepted on their own. Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Please ensure education and employment history is completed fully, gaps in employment must be accounted for under the section entitled "Periods when not working". We would like to see your passion for the role and the College in your supporting statement, please use this opportunity to include personal skills, experience relevant to the post, and reasons why you feel you would be successful if this post.

We actively encourage interested applicants to visit the College to see how you could be part of our friendly College community. If you would like to do so, please contact Kirsty Crook via

Closing date: 9am, Monday 3 June 2024

Interviews: to be held shortly after the closing date

Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt, applicants are advised to apply early

For further information, to have an initial discussion, or to return a completed Application Form, please contact: Kirsty Crook, Personnel Officer: Tel: Important information:

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and successful applicants will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. The College is committed to equal opportunities.

The College encourages all candidates to be familiar with Section 1 of the DfE paper on "Keeping Children Safe in Education" September 2023 and the College's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. These documents can be found on the College's Staff Vacancies page, and Policies page.

In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) the College asks candidates to consider Woking College's Privacy Notice for Job Applicants, which can be found on the Staff Vacancies page of the College's website.

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