Computer science lead practitioner

Computer science lead practitioner

Are you an experienced lecturer of computer science looking for a new opportunity?

Perhaps, you are relocating to London for the next academic year and are keen to secure a teaching role before the move?

An OFSTED good college in the Westminster area is looking for a computer science lead practitioner, if this opportunity sounds like the ideal role for you, ‘click apply’ and send your CV today!

About the college:

• Location: Westminster
• Salary: £41,000 – £48,000
• 16+ further education college
• OFSTED good
• Teachers pension scheme

Computer science lead practitioner – the role:

• Start: September 2024
• Permanent contract
• Full time
• Responsible to: Curriculum Co-ordinator
• Delivery will focus on: Level 3 Computing programme
• Develop and shape our new curriculum as we incorporate the T-Level Digital Production, Design and Development course alongside our core BTEC Level 3 Computing courses in the coming year
• Helping teach, develop and shape our new curriculum as we incorporate the T-Level Digital Production, Design and Development course alongside our core BTEC Level 3 Computing courses in the coming year
• Leading the department’s teachers in an experienced computer science team to develop and deliver Ada’s computer science curriculum in an innovative and engaging way that embodies the beliefs and values of the College; to put real world industry involvement at the heart of our curriculum, and to ensure our students continue to achieve outstanding outcomes and progression

Candidate specification – what the college are looking for:

• UK QTS
• 2:1 or 1st class degree, in a relevant course
• Strong academic background
• Computer Science teacher looking to progress in their teaching career by taking on additional leadership responsibilities while remaining a focussed subject specialist classroom teacher
• Delivery of Computer Science/ Computing at Level 3 with an excellent track record of results
• Pastoral experience with KS4 or post 16 students
• Experience of coaching and developing teachers and/or support staff to help them improve their practise
• An effective leadership style that inspires confidence in those you lead and encourages others to participate in going above and beyond
• A desire to innovate and try new approaches, being reflective and learning from mistakes
• An ability to give feedback in a constructive and challenging way
• Strong organisational skills which includes the ability to delegate, prioritise and use effective time management

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