Teacher of Computer Science (maternity cover)
Required: January 2025
Closing Date: Sunday 6th October 2024
Interviews: Friday 11th October 2024
This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding Teacher of Computer Science to join this high performing School. We are looking for an enthusiastic, qualified graduate to teach Computer Science in our well-equipped department.
The role involves teaching Computer Science throughout the Senior School, from Year 7 up to and including the Sixth Form where we offer IB Diploma and A Level Computer Science. Students are taught Computer Science through computational thinking, problem-solving and practical coding exercises in a number of languages, particularly C# and JavaScript. We offer the OCR GCSE, IB Diploma HL/SL and AQA A Level specifications. Members of the department collaborate and contribute jointly to the development of programmes of study, with the ambition to be at the forefront of innovative approaches to teaching and learning. The department is also involved in the development and delivery of our digital literacy curriculum which supports the school’s digital strategy, including the use of Artificial Intelligence.
The Senior Leadership Team is strongly supportive of Computer Science: a progressive innovative curriculum in Computer Science which forms an important part of our new long-term strategy for the School intended to prepare students with the skills they need to flourish in the modern world.
The successful candidate will also be expected to assist in the support offered to pupils outside the classroom. Furthermore, all teaching staff are expected to participate fully in the wider life of the School through co-curricular involvement.
Brentwood School has its own pay scale that is significantly above the maintained sector and we also have a range of subsidised staff accommodation that may be available for the successful applicant should they need to relocate.
Applications can be submitted through the TES website, alternatively applicants who do not have a TES account should use the relevant Interactive Recruitment Form on this page. The School reserves the right to change these dates, and to close the vacancy at any time.
Brentwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Job description – Teacher of Computer Science (maternity cover)
