Teacher of Computing (Fixed Term Contract)
At Sharples school, pupils embody their school motto of ‘Learn, Dream, Achieve’. They flourish in a successful and happy school community that supports them to be the very best that they can be. ’ - Ofsted 2025
2024 Progress 8 score + 0.86
Teacher of Computing
T1-T9 (£31,650 - £49,084)
Fixed Term Contract, required immediately until 31st May 2025
Do you want to be part of the Sharples’ success story?
Sharples School Multi-Academy Trust is an oversubscribed mixed comprehensive with over 1,200 pupils on roll, situated in the North of Bolton in pleasant surroundings. The school provides stimulating and innovative opportunities for learning, transforming the aspirations and educational outcomes for all students and the local community.Sharples was judged ‘Good’ at by OFSTED in 2019 and at our last inspection in January 2025 which was ungraded, we were judged as “significantly improved in all areas” with no areas for development.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher of computing to work in our forward-thinking and successful school as we strive to be outstanding in all we do. The post would be suitable for either a NQT or an experienced teacher.Sharples School provides a very successful training programme for NQTs, working within the Early Careers Framework. For experienced members of the profession there are many opportunities within the school to add to their existing range of experience and expertise and lead on aspects of teaching and learning.
There are opportunities for working with classes across the ability spectrum at both Key Stage 3 and 4 and to work in a pastoral role as a form tutor.
At Sharples we deliver basic IT skills and programming, as well as internet safety and computer systems at KS3 to all students. In addition we currently offer Computer Science, Business Studies and IT at KS4. The subjects are very popular and are often oversubscribed.
We require someone who can demonstrate and evidence:-- Excellent communication skills;
- A high level of subject expertise and an in-depth understanding of curriculum pedagogical and assessment issues associated with achieving outstanding results at both key stages;
- Excellent teaching and improving student outcomes.
- To plan teaching to achieve outstanding progress in students’ learning;
- To set high expectations for students’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well focused teaching and the development of positive and productive relationships;
- To use a variety of teaching methods and resources, which sustain the momentum of students work and keeps all pupils engaged;
- To use assessment information to inform planning and maximise progress;
- To mark and monitor students' work providing constructive feedback and setting appropriate targets to maximise progress.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 20th February 2025
Sharples School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the disclosure and barring service.The school operates the local authority no smoking policy and is a no smoking site.
Hill Cot Road
Bolton
BL1 8SN
Tel: 01204 333253