Teacher of Computer Science and Vocational IT

We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional qualified Teacher of Computer Science & Vocational IT to work within a talented, highly motivated and supportive team of teachers within our Computer Science Department. We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional qualified Teacher of Computer Science & Vocational IT to work within a talented, highly motivated and supportive team of teachers within our Computer Science Department. Your opportunity Passionate about inspiring young people? Join specialists, passionate pedagogists and experienced practitioners in delivering excellent education and a thriving academy environment. With unrivalled opportunities for progression, we can provide bespoke courses and qualifications to match your aspirations, whether that be as a teacher, middle or senior leader. Our Teaching School Alliancecan equip you with the right experience, knowledge and training you need to succeed. In line with the Government's announcement, our academy is closed until further notice. However, during this period it is our intention to continue with critical recruitment for key positions starting in September 2020. In place of academy interviews, alternative options will be offered so that no one is at a disadvantage, and applicants should expect telephone or virtual interviews, with the possibility of onsite academy interviews only in special cases. We want to reassure applicants that effective measures have been implemented to ensure their health and wellbeing whilst on academy premises. Thank you for your cooperation during this difficult time. What we are looking for We look for talented individuals who want to be a part of transforming education in London, and helping create exceptional places of learning.The successful candidate will: * Be a high calibre, experienced practitioner who can teach all students across Key Stages 3, * 4 and 5. Newly qualified teachers will also be considered for the position * Have the capacity to teach across the range of science subjects up to Key Stage 4 and should have the capacity to teach their specialism to Key Stage 5. * Be able to show a strong record of raising student attainment through their teaching of examination groups * Be dynamic in their ability to teach both academic and vocational subjects * Have the ability to implement strategies that will inspire and further enhance our students' * love of Computer Science * Have the capacity to teach across a range of software packages including Adobe and have the ability to write in programming language's such as Python, Scratch and Flowol * Be an individual who shares our common sense of purpose and high expectations of what students can achieve * Have the drive to develop their teaching and bring innovative ideas to the classroom and the department Please download the job pack for a full job description and person specification. Why work at Harris Academy Merton? * The opportunity to work within an over-subscribed, 'Outstanding' academy * A calm, well disciplined yet positive and innovative learning environment * A strong commitment to our ethos: "Achievement is Success" * Excellent facilities and resources for staff and students * Excellent record of GCSE results 29 21