Teacher of Computer Systems

We are looking to appoint an experienced, dynamic, enthusiastic, and highly skilled teacher of Computer Systems. The successful candidate would be capable of delivering KS3 lessons, KS4 OCR National Creative iMedia and potentially further OCR Nationals.

Fernwood is a 11-16 School enjoying an excellent reputation for high standards of achievement and behaviour.   We offer a school with:

• An ethos of ‘High Achievement with Care and Discipline for All’
• A wonderful group of students who behave well and have high aspirations
• Staff and Governors that are professional and enjoy working together for the benefit of the young people we serve
• An Ofsted outstanding judgement
• A strong Progress 8 score
• Access to 24 hours a day confidential employee assistance programme
• Subsidised yoga classes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Leading Edge Status

The Fernwood School has a thriving, well equipped and forward-thinking Computer Systems department and you would be joining a high performing and cohesive team of teachers and technical staff. The department delivers a wide mix of modern experiences in computer science, media, and broader digital technologies.  The department is part of the Art, Design & Technology faculty, where staff work closely together.   

The department benefits from 4 well equipped modern computer suites, along with a smaller break out room for group teaching.  The department has a wide variety of equipment and facilities to support the range of projects that are delivered throughout KS3.  Further information on the work of the department can be found on our website, and on our Instagram feed @fernwoodadt. 

Experience of teaching OCR National Creative iMedia is desirable but not essential.

This role is not suitable for ECT candidates.

The Governors and staff are committed to continuous improvement and welcome applications from candidates with drive and determination to work in an environment that inspires and challenges students of all abilities and from all backgrounds.

The Fernwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services check along with other relevant employment checks.  In addition, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a Self-Disclosure is required for all applicants shortlisted for interview.  Online searches will be carried out on all shortlisted applicants as part of due diligence checks.

Please return your completed application form, together with your letter of application (no more than 2 sides of A4, font size 11) explaining how your skills, qualities and experience would enable you to be successful in the role to the Headteacher, Mr C Gell, and the HR Manager, Mrs H Wallis, by post or by email to: recruitment@fernwoodschool.org.uk.