Computer Science / Business Studies Teacher
What skills and experience we're looking for
Role:Teacher of Computer Studies/Business Studies
Academy:Outwood Academy Riverside
Start Date:Easter 2025 or sooner if possible
Salary (Actual Salary): MPS/UPS
About the Department:
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who believes in the transformative power of computing in the modern world and is eager to inspire the next generation of digital innovators.
As a department we have a strong belief in encouraging students to see the wonders of
modern digital technology and how they can have an impact on its future, with the shared aim of breaking down barriers and encouraging girls and minorities in particular to fully embrace computing. Together as a team we support each other in achieving these aims.
At Outwood Academy Riverside we have access to three well a maintained computer suites and teach the OCR Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) in Computer Science and Pearson BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award in Digital Information Technology, as well as offer OCR Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) in Business.
As the Head of Department, I bring with me a commitment to offer the best for our students, borne from my previous experience of working across both educational support and teaching, combined with my years of experience working utilising computer technology in the videography sector.
About the role:
As a subject teacher you will be required to complete the professional duties that are expected of a UK qualified Teacher in accordance with academy policies and procedures and your subject specialism.
You should promote the achievement of high standards through effective teaching and learning within your subject area, including the preparation, application and development of lesson resources in alignment with the curriculum, as directed by your department head and senior leaders within the academy.
You will be responsible for effective classroom management and the coordinator of class work with any classroom support staff that are present. You must evaluate lessons and incorporate student views and responses to reflect and identify areas of development.
Applicants must hold UK QTS, if trained overseas, have the relevant evidence that your qualification equates to UK QTS.- Job Description can be found here:Click Here
- Person Specification can be found here:Click Here
What the school offers its staff
The Academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools and you will be joining a highly innovative, inspirational and ambitious organisation. The Trust guarantees every member of staff CPD and development opportunities.- A competitive salary with pay progression
- A fantastic pension and additional benefits
- Flexible family friendly policies from day one
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme
- Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)
For further details on the employee benefits available through our organisationClick Here
Commitment to safeguarding
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.