Teacher of Computer Science
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School:
North East Futures UTC -
Location:
County Durham, Darlington, Gateshead, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Redcar & Cleveland, South Tyneside, Stockton-on-Tees, Sunderland -
Salary:
Main Pay Range/Upper Pay Range -
Hours:
Full Time -
Contractual Status:
Permanent -
Closing Date:
12th Feb 2024
Teacher of Computer Science – Main/Upper Pay Range
Required for September 2024
This is an exceptional opportunity for a candidate to teach Computer Science at North East Futures UTC. The UTC is based in central Newcastle and replicates a business environment with state of the art facilities and a new T Level offer due to commence in September 2024.
All students at North East Futures UTC specialise in either Healthcare Science or Computer Science, at 14 they will also study a broad and balanced curriculum and at Post 16 the curriculum becomes more specialist including the offer of T Levels. In addition, the UTC is part of Tyne Coast Academy Trust which has a strategically developed growth plan providing excellent career development opportunities.
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational teacher to teach Computer Science at Key Stages 4 and 5 including our new T Level offer. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner with the ability to inspire, enthuse and engage our students to achieve the highest possible results.
You will be expected to:
- Have a sound understanding of pedagogy, displaying excellent classroom practice, developing strong relationships and have excellent subject knowledge.
- Contribute to the drive for high expectations of achievement, attainment and behaviour across the UTC.
- Have high expectations of all students.
The role will provide you with:
- Focussed teaching – only teaching Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 classes.
- Small class sizes.
- Passionate students who have chosen to study at the UTC.
- Substantial career development opportunities as the UTC and TCAT grow.
- An opportunity to be at the forefront of STEM education.
- Opportunities to create and deliver engaging real-life curriculum projects with our range of industry partners.
We are committed to investing in our staff and you will receive a supportive induction programme and have access to high quality CPD. Opportunities are also available for Trust wide working and career development opportunities. You will also receive consistent support from a dedicated Principal, SLT, CEO, Trust Central Team, Local Governing Body and Trust Board.
The deadline for applications is 12pm on Monday 12 February 2024. Please return completed applications to dayna.hancock@tynecoast.academy
North East Futures UTC and Tyne Coast Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS with barred list check.
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone who discloses a disability where their application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
Application packs and further information can be found on the Tyne Coast Academy Trust website https://www.tynecoastacademytrust.co.uk/join-our-team-current-vacancies/ or by contacting Dayna Hancock, HR Administration Assistant at dayna.hancock@tynecoast.academy
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Job Description Teacher of Computer Science Person Specification Teacher of Computer ScienceNorth East Futures UTC
North East Futures UTC opened in September 2018 in the Stephenson Quarter in the vibrant heart of Newcastle upon Tyne. It offers an exceptional healthcare science and digital technology focused education to up to 600 young people aged 14-18. The UTC has been established by a highly committed and ambitious Board on behalf of Members of the North East Futures UTC Trust (Accenture, The Academic Health Science Network and the University of Sunderland) and is widely supported by employers across the North East.
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Please return completed applications to dayna.hancock@tynecoast.academy