Teacher of ICT & Computer Science

King Edward VI School Lichfield is seeking an enthusiastic and talented ICT & Computer Science Teacher to join a proactive ambitious and collaborative department. This post would ideally be for a September start but a January start is available to secure a strong candidate. There may be the opportunity for a linked TLR2.1 as Lead Teacher for Learning Technologies for a suitable candidate.

All students follow a comprehensive Key Stage 3 programme for an hour each per week with many students choosing to continue to Key Stage 4 through either GCSE Computer Science or GCSE Media Studies. We also offer optional additional Microsoft Office Specialist qualifications in Year 10. This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious and collaborative department. The appointed teacher will also have the opportunity over time to teach post-16 courses through OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications or other related courses. The post is suitable for a current classroom teacher or for an Early Career Teacher.

We are looking for a Teacher with enthusiasm, initiative and excellent communication skills with an ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents. We expect the successful candidate to work as part of a team and be willing to participate in all aspects of school life.

King Edward VI School is a popular 11-18 comprehensive school rated Good by OFSTED in 2022 with recognition of outstanding practice and a highly positive ethos. The school is well-regarded within the community and has a reputation for high-quality teaching, we have recently expanded, adding an additional form group to accommodate the growing number of children in the local area. Lichfield is a small, vibrant cathedral city which is easily accessible from the surrounding areas.

For further information and all the documents you will need to make an application, please visit our website VACANCIES, email: office@keslichfield.org.uk or telephone 01543 255714.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 24 June 2024.

Interview date: Tuesday 2nd July 2024.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (formerly CRB), which will require you to disclose all criminal convictions.