Teacher of Information Technology, Media & Computer Science

" Humberston Academy is now recruiting for a Teacher of Information Technology, Media and Computer Science. This exciting opportunity could be ideal for a newly qualified teacher or the next step in your career. If you are aspiring to be outstanding, ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of a department that consistently achieves academic outcomes in the top 10% nationally, then we want to hear from you. Our IT department has performed consistently above national average in all examinations delivered. The team is ambitious and thrives on delivering a knowledge rich curriculum in well-resourced IT classrooms and boasts a highly technical media suite. At Humberston Academy we are passionate about providing a traditional curriculum which not only develops life skills but prepares each student for adulthood and a successful career. Students in the academy show a real enthusiasm for IT and Media and are acutely aware of the link between the subject and the world of work, particularly in the industries within the local area. As a result of this, you will be joining a department who achieves results consistently well above national average and strives to maintain this while developing students' skills and a passion for the subject. We are therefore looking for a highly skilled, creative and enthusiastic IT specialist who can deliver Computer Science, Information Technology and Media up to KS4 and be part of our team here at Humberston Academy. The specific subject teaching role is not prescribed, and the assigned timetabled lessons can be adapted dependant on the strengths and subject knowledge of the successful candidate. About our Academy Humberston Academy is an oversubscribed 'outstanding' academy located in an affluent area of North East Lincolnshire. As well as being an outstanding academy, Humberston Academy achieved 'World Class Schools' status in December 2019. Humberston Academy continues to deliver incredible opportunities to young people with a specific focus on STEM enrichment and favourable links to the apprenticeships industry as well as traditional route towards higher education. Providing our young people access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences is what drives us. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences equip our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens. We work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the Trust's vision, to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them. You will be joining a hard-working, friendly and supportive team community that is student centred with a focus on shaping young people for successful futures. About the role High standards of teaching and learning A good degree in a specialist subject teaching qualification Nationally recognised teaching qualification The skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to teach across Key Stages 3-4 A strong classroom teacher, demonstrating ability to innovate Understanding of current curriculum issues in relation to teaching subject/s Able to show evidence of the use of technology in teaching and learning Be flexible and responsive to a changing educational environment Contribute to whole school initiatives Committed to working co-operatively with young people; able to communicate sensitively, imaginatively and effectively with them Able to communicate effectively with parents to represent the Academy positively and feedback information as appropriate Willing to contribute to the professional development Well motivated, enthusiastic and prepared to work hard Honest and trustworthy Good organisation and time management skills Have high expectations of what students and staff can achieve Fully supportive of the aims and ethos of Humberston Academy Salary & Benefits M1-UPS3 (24,373 - 40,490) Teachers' Pension Scheme Professional development programme The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) has grown to a network of 34 academies, incorporating primary, secondary and grammar, and special schools. We employ over 2000 people with the primary focus of raising the standards of education for 13,000 young people. Whatever your role, you should know you are contributing to achieving our vision of inspiring the next generation of young people to be the best they can in whatever they choose. Our aim is to be the country's leading academy chain, committed to delivering the highest educational standards alongside an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment, including events such as the DRET Spring, Summer and Winter Cups, Music Cup, volun