Subject Lead Computer Science
Job overview
We are looking for a Teacher of Computer Science to join our exceptional team.
Blanchelande College is committed to equipping pupils with essential computing and digital literacy skills from an early age. All pupils study Computer Science from Juniors through Key Stage 3, ensuring a strong foundation in coding, problem-solving, and digital creativity.In Lower Seniors (KS3), students build confidence in programming through Python, Scratch, SketchUp, HTML, and web development, preparing them for further study.
At GCSE, growing interest has led to the largest cohort in recent years, with numbers continuing to rise. Strong Value-Added scores (+1.44 in Computer Science GCSE 2024) highlight pupils' significant progress. The subject has also successfully expanded into Sixth Form, with a healthy A-Level cohort expected in 2025/6.
The postholder would be expected to deliver lessons from Lower Seniors (KS3) through to A-Level.
For the right candidate, there is the possibility of combining this role with that of Subject Lead for Computer Science.
About the school
Blanchelande College is a co-educational catholic independent school for boys and girls from age 2 ½ to 18 in Guernsey, the Channel Islands. Blanchelande offers families an idyllic rural setting – at Blanchelande, children’s talents are nurtured in an atmosphere that aims high but avoids undue pressure.In its most recent Independent Schools Inspectorate report the College was rated ‘excellent’ in all categories, including pupil achievement and personal development.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Any appointment made will be ‘subject to satisfactory disclosure’ through the completion of a Full Disclosure Criminal Record Check (DBS). All disclosure of a criminal background will be treated with the strictest confidence and checks will only be made in connection with your application for this post and for no other purpose.However, disclosure of a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from employment in this post – this will depend on the nature of the offence/s and the circumstances surrounding it/them. Please note that online (eg internet, social media) searches may be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of pre-recruitment checks.