Teacher of Computing

What skills and experience we're looking for

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Strong subject knowledge in Computing and Computer Science.
• Ability to teach Computing effectively across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Knowledge of current curriculum requirements and assessment practices.
• Ability to deliver engaging lessons that promote high levels of student progress.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective organisation and time management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Ability to use technology effectively to support teaching and learning.
• Commitment to professional development and reflective practice.

Desirable Knowledge and Skills

• Experience of teaching GCSE Computer Science and/or vocational ICT qualifications.
• Experience of teaching A Level Computing or Computer Science.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, JavaScript or SQL.
• Understanding of cyber security, networking and emerging technologies

What the school offers its staff

Working at George Dixon Academy means becoming part of a supportive and ambitious school community where colleagues are valued, developed and encouraged to excel.

We can offer

• A welcoming, supportive and highly collaborative staff team committed to excellence.
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved students who are eager to learn and achieve.
• A strong culture of professional development, coaching and career progression for teachers at all stages of their careers, including dedicated support for Early Career Teachers.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and maintaining a positive working environment where colleagues are respected and supported.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people in a diverse and vibrant community.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.