Lead Practitioner - Digital Literacy and Computer Science
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic Ofsted rated ‘good’ school where all can thrive. We value our staff and want to develop them to the full in a supportive environment. We are looking for a candidate who has a passion for Computer Science, is forward thinking, innovative and committed to excellence.
We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Computing Science Lead Practitioner to oversee KS3, KS4 and KS5 Computing and develop a Digital Literacy Strategy across the school; with a proven track record of having delivered academic rigour and excellent student outcomes to lead our Computing Department – central to this is the ability to motivate, challenge and inspire colleagues to provide outstanding provision for our students.You will also drive some whole-school teaching and learning initiatives to raise the achievement of all students.
You will need to have at least 5-6 years of post-qualification teaching experience ideally as a Head of Computer Science and be able to think strategically, analytically, and creatively as well as being an excellent classroom practitioner.
St Ignatius College is:
- A well-respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community committed to the academic, spiritual and personal development of each individual: the formation of the whole person
- A warm friendly community where all are respected and valued
- A school where teachers are developed ‘’through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support”
- A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to succeed
- Teacher testimonial: “I feel that I have really grown professionally at St Ignatius College. Teachers are encouraged to take risks with their practice and the CPD is second to none. It is an incredibly supportive environment.”
- with their practice and the CPD is second to none. It is an incredibly supportive environment.”
The successful candidate will:
- Be an outstanding practitioner
- Believe in the right of every student to succeed
- Have the energy to inspire, motivate and challenge students
- Have excellent interpersonal skills and be a real team player
- Be committed to developing a knowledge rich curriculum and implementing Rosenshine's principles of instruction.
- Be well qualified, enthusiastic and dedicated
- Support our Catholic ethos and contribute to our core vision and values
What we offer:
- Experienced and dedicated staff who share their excellent practice with each other
- Paid Personal/well-being Day
- A highly organised, energetic and well equipped department where students flourish and are enthusiastic about the subject
- Opportunities for professional development and curriculum planning during the school day through a comprehensive CPD programme, Teaching and Learning team, support with becoming an examiner, ELKLAN training, Leadership Programmes
- Cycle scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Excellent modern facilities in a well-resourced school, with access to free parking, free refreshments, a swimming pool and sports facilities
Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment.
Please complete our online application form to be found at http://www.st-ignatius.enfield.sch.uk/291/staff-vacancies