Teacher of Computer Science - Bexley

Grade: UQ/NQT/MPS/UPS

Full-time, permanent

Start: September 2021

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a dynamic Teacher of Computer Science for a full-time, permanent role at a popular and successful 11-18 comprehensive school situated in delightful surroundings on the Bexley/Dartford border. The role will commence in September 2021.

The school benefits from pupils who have a positive approach to learning, a committed staff and a supportive body of parents which have helped to create a school which was judged by OFSTED (March 2019) to be 'Good' in every area of its provision. This school has been acknowledged as one of the top 100 non-selective state-funded schools in England.

The school have a firm vision to become a centre of excellence in the STEM subjects and are already well on the path to that goal. This is therefore an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic teacher to contribute to that success.

As a member of the Maths and Computing department you will be teaching Computer Science to all Key Stages including GCSE and BTEC Level 3 Computing. Pupils study Computer Science from Year 7, starting with Scratch, then moving on to learn Python, HTML and Java Script programming languages alongside hardware, software and network topics. The subject is very popular and well-resourced with seven computer rooms including two MAC suites. Pupils also have access to Codecademy, Codio and App Inventor.

In 2020, 61% of pupils achieved 9 - 4 grades in GCSE Computer Science and 42% achieved 9 - 5 grades in GCSE Computer Science.

To apply for this role you will:

• Be a Teacher of Computer Science with excellent knowledge of the curriculum.
• Have QTS status or equivalent teaching qualification.
• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure, Overseas Police Clearance (if applicable) and professional reference checks.
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK.

If you would like further information on this role, please contact David at Tradewind on 0207 845 5450 or email David.durham@twrecruitment.com

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• We employ the best in the business to provide an exceptional service to our candidates
• Top rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request)
• More free CPD courses than any other education recruiter
• Awarded REC Audited Education Gold Standard status and we're proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first. We have the very best people to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you, to ensure we have a thorough understanding of your career goals and work hard on your behalf to secure you positions with great rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request) and plenty of development opportunities. We have more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, a brilliant referral bonus, full interview preparation, help with lesson planning, online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability and plenty more benefits by registering with Tradewind. Because our people matter most.

We specialise in matching teachers and support staff with their dream job, and help primary, secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 12 offices in the UK.

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