Head of Computing
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Bournemouth
- New
- Salary:
- Negotiable depending upon experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 2 December 2024
Job overview
The Bishop of Winchester Academy is seeking a strong and inspirational Head of Computing to join our thriving and oversubscribed academy.
This will be an exciting opportunity to lead the department in achieving exceptional outcomes from all year groups and ensure that teaching staff are best equipped to meet the needs of pupils.
We would be delighted to take you on a tour of the school and give you the opportunity to answer any questions you may have.
The Bishop of Winchester Academy is a thriving Church of England school, recently recognised by Ofsted as prioritising ‘wider opportunities alongside achievement so that pupils “live life to the full.”’ (Ofsted 2023). Operating from recently refurbished facilities, our shared mission to improve the life chances of all of our students is at the very centre of our work.
As Head of Computing, you will:
- Be able to teach KS3, KS4 and KS5
- Plan and deliver high quality and engaging lessons that will challenge students and inspire progression
- Encourage students to have high expectations of themselves and their behaviour
- Have a track record of successful outcomes and a clear, ambitious vision for the Department
- Lead the Computer Science department to the next stage in its development
The post offers ample opportunities for an ambitious teacher to develop their skills, in addition to:
- Generous employer pension contribution at 28.6% basic salary
- Early Friday finish at 1pm
- A bespoke CPD programme including training and in department development time with a generous allowance of inset days
- Excellent teaching facilities including brand new interactive smart boards
- A robust behaviour system allowing teaching staff to deliver high quality learning opportunities to students
- School site in close proximity to beaches and the Jurassic Coast
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme
Safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role may include engagement in regulatory activity, such as caring for an injured/upset child. It may have regular contact with young people on a day-to-day basis.
The Bishop of Winchester Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the person specification and the post is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and Children’s Barred List check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975,2013 and 2020.
Please be aware that due to the ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ legislation we do not accept CVs.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
About The Bishop of Winchester Academy
The Bishop of Winchester Academy, based in Bournemouth, Dorset, is a Church of England secondary school that prides itself on its curriculum, governance and outstanding student behaviour. Students aged 11-18 experience teaching in new state-of-the-art buildings and have first-class resources at their fingertips. The school operates in an area where there are schools that select for entry on grounds of ability.
The mixed secondary school was opened in September 2010 as a sponsor-led academy. In September 2014, the Bishop of Winchester Academy extended its educational opportunities by opening its own sixth form.
Headteacher
Paul McKeown
Values and vision
The Bishop of Winchester Academy encourages its students to become independent learners, taking responsibility for their own education. This inspires personal confidence and pride in their accomplishments. The school prides itself on its friendly atmosphere and community culture.
The secondary school has excellent facilities and strong Christian values. Students of others faiths and none are also welcomed into the school community.
Ofsted report
“The outstanding curriculum has a significant impact on increasing students’ attendance and enjoyment of learning and on the improvements in their achievement.”
“Students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development permeates the life of the academy.”
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