Head of Computing
About This Role
* Good degree in an appropriate discipline related to ICT/Computing
• Teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong and secure subject knowledge in ICT/Computing up to GCSE and/or A Level
• Evidence of good student examination results
• Recent and relevant teaching experience
• Experience of assessment at key stage 3 and 4
• Awareness of the strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students
• Good understanding of curriculum developments in ICT/Computing
• Experience of leading a team
• Excellent classroom practitioner that can model best practice
• Able to use a range of teaching and learning strategies
• Understands how assessment for learning can improve student performance
• Understands principles of quality learning, teaching and assessment including Academy review and self-evaluation
• Able to apply effective practice and research evidence to improve outcomes
• Confident in the use of standard ICT packages and how these can be used to enhance student learning
• Able to use student level data to raise standards
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team
• Strong enthusiasm for your subject area
• Creative in problem solving together with willingness to take on and try new approaches and ideas
• Ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and to recognise potential safeguarding issues
• Able to communicate both orally and in writing to students and their parents/carers
• Able to communicate high expectations to all students
• Willingness to share good practice across the department and beyond
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