Teacher of Computer Science

Permanent – Full Time (or Part Time with the ability to tech additional Science discipline)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an inspirational Teacher of Computer Science to join our thriving academic department at Prior Park College, an exceptional 11-18 HMC senior school set in a stunning 57-acre estate overlooking beautiful Bath a UNESCO World Heritage Centre.

The Computer Science department supports both Computer Science and ICT courses at KS3, GCSE and A-Level and sits within the Science Faculty.

Nominally this post full time, although we can offer flexibility for candidates who want to take on less in combination with other disciplines. Possibly Physics or Science. This is an ideal post either for an ECT or more experienced practitioner. The successful candidate will be an innovative and creative thinker with excellent communication skills.

This role is starting on 21 April 2025 with co-curricular involvement.

We offer excellent working conditions with an attractive rewards package to include free lunch and free onsite parking plus use of onsite gym.

Established in 1830, Prior Park combines the very best of tradition and progress, with cutting-edge facilities and accommodation, including a pioneering digital learning programme, with all students and staff supplied with powerful Windows 11 devices and seamless integration of lessons, teaching groups and activities via the Microsoft 365 platform. Classrooms are equipped with smart docks and large touch-displays, as well as traditional whiteboards so teachers can exploit the best of both worlds to deliver the most inspiring lessons for our students.

Prior Park Schools are a family of Christian schools comprising Prior Park College (Bath), The Paragon Junior School (Bath) and Prior Park School Gibraltar.

The Schools’ Mission is to steward a thriving family of communities with love for the young people they serve at their heart. These vibrant communities cultivate creativity, foster integrity, and transform lives.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

To apply for a position with Prior Park Educational Trust, we ask that the candidates download and complete an application form, also available to download form our website:

 https://www.priorparkcollege.com/pps-vacancies  

For further details, please contact Emma, HR on 01225 835385 or recruitment@priorparkschools.com

Closing date for applications 12:00 8 November 2024.

Interview date TBC

The School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.