Teacher of ICT and Computer Science Application Information

Teacher of ICT and Computer Science Application Information 1

2 Wade Deacon High School - Application Information

Contents at a glance Introduction - Letter from the Executive Headteacher Basic Details of the Post Job Specification Person Specification How to Apply Application Information 2013 Copyright Wade Deacon High School 2012. All rights reserved. 3

INTRODUCTION Dear Colleague Introduction Letter from the Executive Headteacher I am delighted to see that you are considering applying for this post here at Wade Deacon High School. We are extremely proud of our learning community and how pupils and staff work together in order to achieve the highest possible educational outcomes. This application pack is designed to help you decide whether or not you feel this school is one in which you would like to further your career by helping our young learners to raise their standards of attainment to their maximum potential. I would like to take this opportunity to give you a brief flavour of our core purpose. Wade Deacon High School traces its history back to 1507 when the original grammar school was founded by Bishop William Smythe. The main building was opened in 1931 as Wade Deacon Grammar School, named after Sir Henry Wade Deacon a prominent local industrialist. The school became fully comprehensive in 1974 and is set on a large campus with extensive playing fields and very good sporting facilities. We are an extremely successful, over-subscribed school with 3 designated Specialisms: Technology, Mathematics & Computing, and Training School. In 2012, 100% of pupils gained 5+ A*-C GCSE grades and 76% of pupils gained 5+ A*-C GCSE grades including English and Mathematics. 30% of all pupils achieved A* or A grades. Wade Deacon was named Times Education Outstanding Secondary School of the Year in 2012. In our recent Ofsted inspection we were judged Outstanding in every single aspect. Inspectors concluded that Wade Deacon lives up to its aim of being committed to excellence in all aspects of its work, and no areas for improvement are identified in the report. The Specialist Schools and Acadamies Trust recognises us as a High Performing Specialist School and a Lead Gifted and Talented School. We have been awarded the prestigious Diamond Award for Cultural Diversity and the SSAT National Conference Award for the Cultural Diversity Quality Mark. Wade Deacon High School was awarded Highly Commended for its work with partner schools. The National College of School Leadership has recognised us as a National Support School with the capacity to assist other schools who also aspire to attain such excellence. We believe: all pupils are entitled to an educational environment in which their individual talents and abilities are fully developed We provide: quality teaching to the highest standards that produces excellent examination results a caring spirit with happy and successful pupils at its centre 4 Wade Deacon High School - Application Information

INTRODUCTION We offer an environment in which respect, courtesy and integrity towards other people abound a wide range of extra-curricular activities with particular strengths in creative arts, drama and physical education many opportunities for pupils to contribute to and enhance the life of, our wider community a variety of social activities to engage pupils of different ages, abilities and interests Throughout school, pupils are encouraged to take pride in themselves, their actions and their achievements. We have high expectations of pupils academic work and the manner in which they conduct themselves around the school campus and in the community beyond. An orderly and disciplined environment is a key feature of our work in school. High levels of attendance are expected throughout each year group in school so that everyone can take full advantage of the range of curricular and extra-curricular opportunities available. Our current whole school average attendance is 95%. Regular homework is an integral part of the learning culture of the school. Tasks set are intended to broaden and develop each individual s scope for independent learning. Pupils can access their own workspace on the school s computer network from home via the internet and using the learning platform. The general welfare of pupils is closely monitored by the Personal Tutor and Year Team Leader. The Year 7 Tutor team will remain with their tutor groups throughout five years and are the main point of reference for parents when contacting school. You will find a variety of information designed to help you get to know a little more about our learning community available on our website; www.wadedeacon.com Included on the website are; An introduction to the Subject. Examples of creativity in our curriculum. Application forms. If having read about us, you decide to apply for this teaching post, I look forward to reading your application. Yours sincerely Mrs P.A. Wright OBE Executive Headteacher 5

Teacher of ICT and Computer Science MPS For September 2013 start. We seek to appoint a committed and dynamic teacher who can deliver outstanding lessons across all aspects of the ICT/Computer Science curriculum. The successful candidate will be joining a high performing faculty which consistently provides a stimulating curriculum enabling all pupils to achieve their potential. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a track record of high quality teaching and purposeful learning in their current teaching post or from their secondary school placements. Experience in teaching Computer Science or Programming is desirable. BASIC DETAILS OF THE POST 7

Job Specification Line Management: The post holder will be accountable to the Leader of Business, Careers and ICT for all initiatives related to this post. Job Purpose: To be responsible and accountable for all aspects of the progress, attainment, care, guidance and support of identified groups of pupils in ICT and Computer Science across all year groups and the quality of learning and teaching in the classroom. JOB SPECIFICATION Job Accountabilities: The class teacher is responsible for: the learning and teaching of every individual pupil in his/her care, across all year groups working collaboratively with subject colleagues to improve the quality of lesson planning and resources and making direct contributions to the Departmental Self-Evaluation Form (DSEF) as part of his/her professional development and the Professional Standards for Teachers the thorough preparation and planning of all lessons in line with a whole school framework reflecting the Secondary Strategy guidance designed to promote pupil learning making effective use of ICT to provide interactive learning opportunities for pupils using the whole school Assessment for Learning framework to monitor the progress of individual pupils and personalise the learning; this includes planning and delivering objective led lessons with clear, differentiated outcomes; the use of mini-plenaries and using the whole school marking policy using pupil progress and attainment data available in Progress2Success to monitor and evaluate the progress and attainment of all pupil groups i.e. FSM; ethnic minorities; SEN; girls; 9

JOB SPECIFICATION boys; G&T monitoring and evaluating the progress of all pupils through Progress2Success data against their agreed MEGs and targets and use faculty agreed intervention strategies to help those pupils in need of additional support ensuring that all Classroom/Teaching Assistants receive clear direction re: classroom intervention and that all planning and preparation is shared in advance of the lesson adopting the whole school behaviour for learning policy to enable all pupils and staff to work productively providing opportunities for pupils to work in a variety of learning styles following all agreed recording and reporting arrangements to parents according to school policies, calendar dates and deadlines maintaining an orderly, graffiti and litter free classroom and providing a safe, secure learning environment which inspires pupils to want to learn taking an active and positive role in all pastoral, PSHE, Citizenship & Enterprise and extracurricular activities, including the leadership of and accountability for the personal and economic well-being, care, guidance and support of a specific group of pupils any other duty deemed by the Head of School to be appropriate to this post. 10 Wade Deacon High School - Application Information

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Person Specification Personal Competencies: satisfies and continues to satisfy the Teachers standards satisfies and continues to satisfy all the Post-Threshold Standards if and when the post holder has crossed the Threshold. is an outstanding teacher who delivers good lessons consistently every day and who is always looking for ways in which to improve has successfully raised attainment, achievement and standards in their present school, with pupils achieving good value added is a strong, inspirational and dynamic leader who can evidence some successful experiences of leading a team of people is a fair, consistent, creative and reflective leader who is prepared to take risks has a sense of humour. PERSON SPECIFICATION Once in post, the Teacher of ICT will: continue to maintain and demonstrate high standards; demonstrate a commitment to develop themselves professionally; In addition, the post holder should have the ability to: vocalise the school s vision and aspiration to be a World class school be able to analyse the subject s performance in the context of local, regional and national data and national educational developments be a strong, positive advocate for change have excellent attendance be a role model and act as an ambassador for Wade Deacon High School in and outside of the school by speaking positively about the school in the community; upholding a Commitment to Excellence at all times; by dressing appropriately and smartly in a suit or smart skirt / dress / trousers and jacket. Wade Deacon High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced CRB disclosure and satisfactory medical clearance. 13

How to Apply Application Forms Any interested candidate should apply by completing the application form, Equal Opportunities Form, and attaching an accompanying letter of support addressed to Head of School Mrs J. Gormley, maximum two sides of A4 font 12, addressing the following points: HOW TO APPLY why you are interested in this post and how you have prepared yourself so far what contributions you feel you can make to pupils development within our school any particular areas of strength and expertise you feel you may have Application Form The application form and equal opportunities form can be downloaded from the Recruitment page on the school website; If you have any difficulty downloading the application form, please contact Mrs C Rogers at the school to request a hard copy by post. Our telephone number is 0151 423 2721. Application Deadline Applications should arrive in school by 12 noon on Tuesday 29th January 2013. Address Applications must be sent to Mrs C Rogers. Ideally you should email your application to jobs@wadedeacon.halton.sch.uk with Teacher of ICT and Computer Science in the subject line. Alternatively you may post your application to the address below with the envelope clearly marked Teacher of ICT and Computer Science. Mrs C Rogers Wade Deacon High School Peelhouse Lane Widnes WA8 6TE Feedback If you have not heard from us within three weeks of the above closing date, then please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. As we receive a large number of applications for each post advertised, unfortunately we cannot provide feedback to individual candidates as to why they were not short-listed for interview. 15