The Role
We are all primarily teachers of children before teachers of subjects. Central to this role is knowing the child, building professional, nurturing and positive relationships, and motivating students. We require a Computer Science / IT specialist with experience and/or ability to plan and deliver a curriculum that spans Entry Level, Functional Skills, Key Stage 3 and GCSE. No matter the accreditation that is best for the child to pursue, we maintain high aspirations for our children regardless of their learning journey and don’t underestimate the importance of qualifications to provide our children with life chances and opportunities.
Compass Community School teachers inspire children, creating a sense of awe and wonder and making subjects and lessons real and relevant to them. They plan exciting and engaging learning opportunities which challenge and push students, whether they are working on the very basics or they possess a special talent or passion for the subject.
Our children require very special teachers who are able to manage complex and challenging behaviours. They will know that our children need a lot of attention, the right sort of communication, consistency and flexibility in equal measure, and a non‑judgemental approach.
We want our teachers to be part of the decision‑making that drives our school, provides outcomes for children, and advocates for every child. We welcome their input in developing both the academic curriculum and the opportunities in our extra‑curricular offer – bringing their own interests and passions to the table.
The Right Person
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Post Graduate Education Certificate (PGCE)
* A proven record of good or outstanding teaching practice.
* An excellent, efficient and emotionally intelligent communicator.
* The ability or willingness to teach a subject specialism to GCSE or equivalent vocational level.
* A strong desire to work inclusively within an emotionally literate environment, supporting children who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).
* Experience of crisis‑management/managing challenging behaviours and working with children with SEMH difficulties.
* Proven experience of implementing a creative and academically engaging curriculum that meets the needs of individual pupils while maintaining high standards of education.
* Experience of effective working with hard‑to‑reach or disengaged families.
Benefits And Rewards
* Staff laptop and mobile phone
* Competitive salary
* Extensive training and professional qualification opportunities
* Small class sizes with specialist TA support
* The chance to be part of an expanding, national organisation that recognises skill, effort and potential and grows its own leadership teams
* Enhanced occupational sickness scheme
* Flexible pension
* Regular therapeutic and supportive supervision
* Employee benefit service with access to wellbeing services, salary sacrifice schemes, high street vouchers, money off eating‑out and takeaways
Safeguarding
Compass Community Schools are highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau) and undergo due diligence checks on social media use. All school‑based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.
Diversity and Inclusion
Compass is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We continue to grow, and we must have the most talented employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our children and young people.
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