IT/Computer Science Curriculum Lead

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Job title:           IT/Computer Science Curriculum Lead

Location:        Oak Tree School, Truro, Cornwall

Salary:        Up to £37,000 per annum depending on experience

Hours:            Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm 

Contract:         Permanent; Term time only

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth in service, we are recruiting for IT/Computer Science Curriculum Lead to join our amazing team.

Purpose of the Job:

To provide high-quality teaching and effective use of IT resources to enhance learning outcomes across all key stages, with a special focus on delivering the best education for every student, including those with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. The role demands a strong ability in Computer Science, aiming to develop the IT department as a flagship within the school.

 Key Responsibilities:

• ​Develop and implement a comprehensive Computer Science curriculum tailored to students with SEMH needs, focusing on both theoretical and practical aspects of computing.
• Identify and deliver educational outcomes across all key stages in Computer Science, including basic computer literacy, coding, software development, and cybersecurity.
• Engage students in developing digital skills that support broader educational goals, including problem-solving and logical thinking.
• Establish the IT department as a leading program within the school, contributing to its development and recognition as a flagship department.
• Assess, adapt, and improve teaching methods and materials to meet the diverse needs of all students, including those with additional challenges.
• Create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere that fosters students' social and emotional development alongside their academic skills in IT.
• Maintain effective communication with parents and carers, involving them in the educational process and updating them on their children’s progress and achievements.
• Collaborate with school staff to integrate IT across other subjects and support the overall technology infrastructure of the school.

To view the job description, please click here - IT/Computer Science Lead

About us

Oak Tree School in Truro has recently expanded and developed two new buildings and undergone a successful inspection from Ofsted allowing us to offer a wider age range of pupils from 5 – 18 years the opportunity to have the best education possible. Oak Tree School is a specialist SEMH provision positioned near the city of Truro in Cornwall. The school provides full-time specialist co-education for up to 135 pupils and young people aged 5 to 18 who experience social, emotional, mental health, communication difficulties and associated challenging behaviours.

This opportunity is in Truro which is within commutable distance of Redruth, St Austell and surrounding areas.

We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career.. 

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Equal Opportunities

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.

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