TEACHER OF COMPUTING/IT (MATERNITY COVER) 0.81 FTE

Location

OUR LADY'S CATHOLIC COLLEGE, LANCASTER
Morecambe Road , Lancaster , Lancashire , LA1 2RX
Tel: 01524 66689
School website: www.olcc.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 1018

Information

Computing/IT (0.81 FTE)

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Computer Science/IT, to join our supportive and talented team, covering maternity leave, at Our Lady’s Catholic College.

The Computing department offers both GCSE Computing and Vocational ICT and is seeking a colleague who is passionate about technology and able to inspire all students to reach their full potential in this important curriculum area.  Experience of, or demonstrating the potential to teach, coding and programming to KS3 pupils is desirable.

A record of successful teaching experience at secondary level.                        

The ability to engage, enthuse and motivate students. 

Knowledge and understanding of the demands of the curriculum. 

Ability to teach KS3. 

Ability to support colleagues' and work in a collaborative fashion. 

Ability to manage classroom behaviour positively.                                                                        

The ability to manage time effectively and prioritise work.              

Plan teaching to achieve progression over time for all students.   

Using a variety of teaching strategies and ensure high levels of engagement                                                                 

Setting appropriate, challenging and demanding expectations 

Use of assessment and feedback to improve pupil progress

Our Lady’s pupils love to gain new knowledge and skills and all our teachers relish the opportunity to deliver challenging, engaging and interesting lessons, with high expectations of behaviour.


Further details can be obtained from : d.nixon@olcc.lancs.sch.uk
To apply, please send completed application form to recruitment@olcc.lancs.sch.uk

Start date is January 2025

Closing date for applications is Monday 30th September at 9am

Interviews are scheduled for Wednesday 16th October (TBC)


We look forward to hearing from you.

Dan Nixon
Subject Leader of I.T

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.



More Information can be found at http://www.olcc.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

A relevant honours degree or equivalent and QTS is essential for this role.

Desirable Experience

Experience of teaching Computing                     

Proposed Interview Date:

16/10/2024 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application Forms to be returned to recruitment@olcc.lancs.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.