Teacher of Computing with Head of Social Sciences responsibility - Sturminster Newton High School

Salary:     Teachers' Pay Scales: M1 – UPS3 plus TLR 2.1 for Head of Social Sciences responsibility 

Contract:   Full-Time, Permanent

We're looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher of Computing to join our innovative Computing department who will also take on the Head of Social Sciences responsibility. This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring teacher to shape students’ digital skills and prepare them for the technologies of tomorrow. 

The successful candidate will:  

• Teach Computing across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
• Deliver creative, engaging lessons that develop coding, problem-solving, and digital literacy skills.
• Support students to achieve excellent outcomes through effective teaching, assessment, and feedback.
• Contribute to enrichment opportunities such as coding clubs, digital competitions, or STEM initiatives.
• Has excellent communication skills, and can contribute to a collaborative and forward-thinking department.
• Can build relationships quickly
• Believes every student can succeed – and works hard to make it happen
• Brings energy, enthusiasm, and high expectations

Should you wish to arrange a visit to view the School, please do not hesitate to contact Jo Bruton, Head's PA on [email protected] who will be happy to arrange this. 

SAST will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This will be part of safer recruitment check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. All aspects of social media and internet searches will be conducted. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern 

Safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role may include engagement in regulatory activity, such as administering first aid or supporting an upset child.  It will have contact with young people on a day-to-day basis.  SAST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will have to meet the person specification and the post is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and Children’s Barred List check.  The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. 

SAST recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a workforce which reflects diversity from the communities it serves. SAST values the contributions from all staff from a wide range of different backgrounds and actively seeks to promote an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance. Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010 SAST welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process which is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. 

This role is UK- based and your right to work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.