Full or Part Time Teacher of Computer Science with option of additional TLR
Watford Grammar School for Boys
Hertfordshire
- £31,350 - £47,839 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- M1 - UPS3 + option of TLR 2.3 (£5,351)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01/09/2024
- Apply by:
- 15 April 2024
Job overview
WATFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL FOR BOYS
A leading UK State School for boys aged 11-18 with a national reputation for academic excellence
Ofsted Outstanding – October 2021
Required for September 2024
Full or Part Time Teacher of Computer Science M1 – UPS3 (FTE £31,350 - £47,839)
with an option to take on responsibility for Technology & Innovation (TLR 2.3 £5,351)
We are seeking an enthusiastic, well-qualified specialist to teach at all levels within an expanding and forward-looking department. The opportunity to take on added responsibility for Technology & Innovation within the department and wider school is optional.
Computing has increased in popularity and plays an important part in the academic success and wider cultural life of the school. Over 350 students currently study Computing at GCSE and A Level. This role provides an excellent opportunity for candidates to teach A level, if desired, but this is not essential. Examination results are excellent and the subject enjoys a high status. The role is not suitable for ECTs.
For a successful candidate we are able to support the completion of an MA. The admissions policy prioritises children of staff in accordance with the admission arrangements. Subsidised staff accommodation may be available.
Further information is available on our website at https://www.watfordboys.org/48/job-vacancies. Completed application forms should be sent to Ian Cooksey, Headmaster, head@watfordboys.org. The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS Check. The closing date for applications is Monday 15th April 9am.
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About Watford Grammar School for Boys
- Watford Grammar School for Boys
- Rickmansworth Road, Watford
- Hertfordshire
- WD18 7JF
- United Kingdom
Watford Grammar School for Boys is an academy with over 1400 students, including over 400 in the sixth form. From its origins as a charity school for 60 pupils founded by Dame Elizabeth Fuller in 1704, the boys’ school moved to its present site in 1912 and became an Academy in 2010. Located next to the centre of Watford, near Cassiobury Park, it comprises of a Grade II listed building, The Clarendon Muse, The James Theatre, a dedicated STEM Centre and extensive sports facilities.
We are always seeking to improve staff wellbeing:
- Low academic curriculum contact time (80%)
- An admissions policy that prioritises children of staff
- Flexible approach to leave
- Increased holiday through disaggregation of INSET days
- Governors' contribution of £1,500 to staff common room
- Free biscuits, tea/coffee and milk
- Dining allowance for parents' evenings and INSETs
- Free flu jabs
- Cycle Scheme, bike sheds, free use of gym, free counselling service, free yoga sessions
- Cover supervisors and external invigilators employed
- Subsidised staff accommodation next to the school
- Support through Masters and Leadership Pathways
To find out more about working at the school, please visit
https://www.watfordboys.org/69/virtual-tour
Mr Ian Cooksey MA (Oxon) MA (Lond) FRGS
Values and vision
Our aim is to provide an education of the highest quality to meet the individual and collective needs and aspirations for every student, guided by our school values of:
Endeavour and Excellence
Integrity and Kindness
Creativity and Individuality
Ofsted
This is a school where pupils excel. It is a remarkably friendly and welcoming school. Pupils are enthusiastic learners. They value how teachers are highly ambitious for them. Pupils rise to the challenges their teachers set them and produce high quality work. They thrive in the nurturing culture that staff have created .
View Watford Grammar School for Boys’ latest Ofsted report here
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