Job Ref No. ECC4008-468S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: MPR/UPR TLR2C
Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 16/03/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: 23/03/2026
Overview
The Ramsey Academy is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich,achieveand aspire.
About the role
We are seeking to appoint a passionate and highly motivated individual who will lead this subject area. The appointed person will play a significant role in contributing to the development of a curriculum, designed with the intention to challenge and enthuse students. They will also play a significant role in the future planning for the Department and expanding existing community links as well as forging new relationships both locally and nationally. The Department currently offers a broad curriculum including KS3 Computer Science and OCR Creative iMedia and wishes to implement Computer Science at KS4.
Key responsibilities
* An outstanding practitioner and leader who is ready for the next step to further develop their leadership skills.
* A dynamic and inspiring leader to work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to enthuse students about Computer Science and ICT, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team within the Academy to provide an outstanding educational experience for the students.
* An individual who wishes to be innovative in the design and development of the curriculum and play a strategic role in the development of the Academy.
* A leader committed to the importance of Computer Science and ICT in transforming students' understanding and application of knowledge to raise their aspirations.
* A leader committed to giving students extra-curricular opportunities.
Benefits and support
* Strong support in personalised professional development as a Computer Science and ICT teacher and Middle Leader.
* Opportunity to support the development of new teachers via Mid Essex ITT.
* Allocated computer suites equipped with interactive whiteboard and visualiser.
To discuss the post further or arrange a visit to the Academy please contact Catherine Downes - cdownes@ramseyacademy.com
Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Work Schedule
Full time, Permanent
How to Apply
To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to The Ramsey Academy. Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application. Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to office@ramseyacademy.com
Information about the School
The Ramsey Academy is a popular over-subscribed secondary school in the heart of the Halstead community. Our focus is to ‘Achieve Excellence Together’. We work hard to support students in their educational journey and provide them with the skills and knowledge they need for their future.
The Ramsey Academy is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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Mrs Downes
Colne Road, Halstead
Essex, CO9 2HR
Telephone: 01787 472481
Email: cdownes@ramseyacademy.com
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