Qualifications
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Degree or equivalent qualification
Experience
* Outstanding classroom teacher and tutor
* Sustained performance securing very good student outcomes
* Ability to teach Computer Science to KS4
* Ability to teach Computer Science to A‑Level
Skills & Knowledge
* Effective planning for practical lessons to support outstanding delivery
* Confidence in own ability to be effective and take on challenges
* Ability to relate well to students, colleagues, parents and Trustees
* Effective behaviour management
* Support students in maintaining high standards
* Efficient, effective administrative, organisational and personal management skills
Personal Attributes
* Inspire, challenge and motivate
* Positive approach with a desire to succeed
* Energy, enthusiasm and perseverance
* Reliability and integrity
* Good interpersonal skills
* Professional appearance and manner
* Commitment to individual personal development
* Capacity to work hard, under pressure, to meet deadlines and manage time effectively
* Good record of attendance
* Adaptable and amenable regarding working practices
* Ability to work independently and in a team, take a collaborative approach
* Build supportive working relationships with colleagues
* Commitment to supporting the full life of the school
* Suitable to work with children
Commitment to Development and Policies
* Commit to own development through effective use of School's CPD processes
* Understand and comply with School policies and procedures (child protection, health & safety, welfare, security, diversity & equality, confidentiality, data protection)
* Work collaboratively with wider organisation and act in the interests of the school at all times
* Support the delivery of School’s strategy as it relates to this post
Equal Opportunities
* A commitment to inclusive education
Professional Development
* Research‑led CPD programmes tailored to individual aspirations
* Full induction programme for all new staff
* ECTs have a lower teaching load, timetabled mentoring sessions and a full programme of training and induction activities
* Unlimited access to the National College CPD platform
* Additional INSET day at the beginning of the academic year dedicated to teacher planning and preparation
* No lesson judgements policy ensures lesson observations are developmental and supportive
* One INSET day a year dedicated to moderation and curriculum preparation
Staff Welfare
* Data capture is measured and timely – progress reported home three times a year
* Minimal written reports
* No requirement for teachers to submit lesson plans for observations
* Teaching staff required to do a maximum of one twenty‑minute duty each week
* Supportive yet challenging governance
* Support for staff family‑related leave requests and additional leave policy
* Teaching load of 43/50 one‑hour periods per fortnight max
Support
* School calendar planned across the year
* In‑house cover supervision team
* Comprehensive pastoral team
* Highly effective proactive support staff
* Marketing, Events and Visits team
Benefits
* School budgets ensuring incremental pay rise
* Cycle to work scheme
* Healthcare cash plan
* Occupational health support
* Priority admission for staff children
* Employee Discount Scheme (multiple retailers – Kent Reward Scheme)
* Opportunity to perform paid lunch‑time duties (with free lunch)
* Free annual flu vaccination
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Free tea and coffee in staff room
* On‑site canteen offering hot meals and salad bar
* Enrichment activities opportunities such as theatre visits
* Flexible working opportunities
* Free on‑site parking
* Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
Environment
* Pleasant working environment with well‑behaved students
* Eleven acres of school grounds set in Green Belt land at Tonbridge Campus
Further details about the role
* Employment Status: Permanent
* Full‑Time / Part‑Time: Full Time
* Salary: MPS/UPS plus TLR2b £6,068 per annum
* Start Date: 1st September 2026
About the post
* Lead on Computer Science teaching and learning across all Key Stages
* Collaborate with the dedicated and enthusiastic Computer Science team to engage and excite students across all year groups
* Support the development of students into independent learners capable of creative thinking
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of teaching practice and curriculum delivery
* Encourage students to pursue further study in Computer Science and IT related subjects at university
Safeguarding
* Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults
* All staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with safeguarding procedures
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