Lark Hill Road
Preston
Lancashire
PR1 4HD
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www.cardinalnewman.ac.uk
Dear Applicant
We are delighted that you are considering completing an application for the post of Teacher of IT and
Computing to take up post from end August 2015. We welcome applications for appointment to a post of
between full time and 0.5 full time equivalent – We will always try to accommodate the preference of the
best candidate(s).
Cardinal Newman is a wonderful place to start (or to continue) your career and we welcome applications
from teachers who are keen to gain a broad experience of teaching in an outstanding institution. We are a
distinctive Catholic Sixth Form College, which welcomes colleagues and students of all faiths, and which has
a real feeling of community and it is a happy, thriving and highly successful College.
At Cardinal Newman College we are committed to the development of the whole person and we value each
student as an individual with a unique mix of skills and talents. Our students achieve outstanding results
placing the College at the top of the performance tables out of over 400 Colleges nationally for the last four
years. We were awarded Beacon Status in 2010 and the College enjoyed an ‘outstanding’ Inspection in May
2009. However, we are as proud of our students’ social, cultural and spiritual achievements as we are of
their outstanding exam results.
We have a fabulous team of colleagues who give up an extraordinary amount of time to support their
students and their fellow members of staff. The dedication and attention to quality they exhibit is what makes
our College so successful.
If you meet the criteria of the post advertised and feel that you would enjoy working here, we hope you will
make an application to join us. We welcome applications from experienced teachers, those who are new to
the profession as well as those who are currently training to become a qualified teacher.
Completed application forms should be returned to the Human Resources Department (via email or post) by
3 pm on 27th January 2015. The provisional date for Interviews is Wednesday, 11th February 2015. We do
ask that you accept, in the interests of economy, that if you have not heard from us by the interview date that
you will not have been selected for interview on this occasion.
Should you have any questions which are not covered in the enclosed information please do not hesitate to
contact the Human Resources Department.
Yours faithfully
Nick Burnham
Principal
Mission Statement
As a Catholic Sixth Form College we strive to be a centre of educational excellence for the community built
on faith, respect and trust. We celebrate diversity amongst all out students and staff and seek to nurture
the gifts of each individual through high quality teaching and learning and dedicated pastoral care.
Values Statement
Cardinal Newman College is a community which aims to live out the gospel values of service and love. This
means that:
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The individual student is central to all our endeavours
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The College values each individual as a unique person irrespective of gender, race, belief or ability and
regards each person, made in the image and likeness of God, as worthy of the utmost respect
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The College strives to develop each person intellectually, socially and spiritually through an inclusive
programme of study and enrichment
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The College values the spiritual journey of each individual and will offer opportunities for each to engage
appropriately in their spiritual search
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The College is committed to creating a culture that is open and welcoming, free from fear and from
violence of any kind, in which all individuals feel safe, happy and secure
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The College provides learning environments that are stimulating, enjoyable and challenging to students,
fostering their creativity, imagination and search for truth
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The College encourages individuals to contribute positively to the world in which they live, to challenge
injustice and to seek out more co-operative, just and peaceful forms of human existence.
Background Information - Computing and IT at Cardinal Newman College
We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented teacher of Computing and ICT who is passionate about teaching
and learning. We have built a strong, well resourced ICT department which forms part of the English, RS, MFL,
ESOL & ICT Directorate. The Computing and Information Communication Technology Subject area is
expanding and currently offering a range of Computing and ICT courses to 16-19 year olds:
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GCE AS/A2 Computing (WJEC)
GCE AS/A2 Information and Communication Technology (WJEC )
BTEC National Diploma for IT Practitioners (Edexcel)
BTEC National Extended Diploma for IT Practitioners (Edexcel)
BTEC National Subsidiary Diploma for IT Practitioners (Edexcel)
BTEC First Extended Certificate Level 1/2 in Information & Creative Technology (Edexcel)
Course profiles and student catchment
For the 2014-2015 academic year, the department is running 6 Computing classes (5 at AS, 2 at A2), 7 ICT
classes (4 at AS, 3 at A2), 2 BTEC National Diploma classes, 2 BTEC National Extended Diploma classes, 2 BTEC
National Subsidiary Diploma classes and 1 BTEC First Extended Certificate class.
The department’s students are drawn from a wide catchment area including Preston itself as well as
surrounding areas such as Leyland, Chorley and Lytham St Anne’s. The college requires students to have a
GCSE grade B in Mathematics (for Computing), English (for ICT), in order to progress to AS/A level courses.
The BTEC National entry requirement is minimum grade C in both English and Mathematics. All classes
contain a mix of abilities, and require teaching accordingly. They usually comprise around 21 students.
About the Department:
There are currently 7 full time members of the department. The members of the department are all
experienced teachers and work very much as a team and share an office. There are 4 IT suites/classrooms
each fully resourced with projector facilities, and all with an interactive whiteboard.
We will offer:
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an outstanding opportunity to be part of a very successful Computing & ICT Department
a friendly, vibrant and caring college where Computing and ICT are a popular subjects
a substantial investment in ICT infrastructure with a suite of four dedicated ICT rooms and a range
of stimulating software applications
a highly successful post-16 collaboration
a strong commitment to Continuing Professional Development and a very supportive induction
programme
an enterprising and ‘can do' ethos where initiative and innovation are warmly embraced
a potential stepping stone to future promotion
Candidates who wish to have an informal chat about the post are welcome to telephone Susanna Worsley,
Head of Department.
Job Description and Person Specification
JOB DESCRIPTION
TEACHER
Responsible to:
Head of IT and Computing
Main Duties and
Responsibilities:
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To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective
implementation in all aspects of College life.
To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons in order to achieve excellent student outcomes.
To set and mark work in accordance with College and department Assessment policy, to record work
carried out and assessment of same.
To develop rapport with individuals and whole groups in order to facilitate the learning process.
To liaise with the Head of Department in contributing to the administration, necessary to support
the teaching and learning within the subject area.
To attend and contribute to team, full staff and other relevant meetings.
To communicate and consult with parents, carers, students as appropriate, including attendance at
Consultation and Open Evenings.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
TEACHER
Qualifications / Attainments:
The successful candidate should have:
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A relevant degree
A teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, DTLLS or equivalent)
Experience / Knowledge:
The successful candidate should be:
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Able to demonstrate a proven track record of successful student
outcomes
An excellent classroom teacher
Able to display a high level of skills in teaching, learning and assessment
Competent in IT skills
Personal / Skills / Attitudes:
The successful candidate should:
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Display the values, attitudes and behaviour consistent with the Catholic
Ethos of the College
Have a commitment to Equality/Diversity and Safeguarding of young
people and vulnerable adults
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Have eligibility to work in the UK
Have Disclosure and Barring Service clearance (following appointment)
Have a high level of communication and interpersonal skills
Have an ability to enthuse and innovate
Have an ability to set and achieve high standards for themselves,
colleagues and students
Have a high level of organisational and administrative skills
Have a commitment to a student-centred approach to the learning process
Have the ability to work effectively in a number of different teams
Have an awareness and understanding of current developments in subject
areas
Have the ability to manage student progress and achievement and
complete all relevant documentation
About Cardinal Newman College
Cardinal Newman College is a Catholic Sixth Form College in the centre of the City of Preston. The
College’s core activity is the provision of courses and learning opportunities for full time 16 – 18
learners, with courses offered during 2014/15 at Level 3 (95% of students studying at AS, A2, and
BTEC), Level 2 (3% studying BTEC and GCSE), and an Essential Skills course for 44 young people with
specific learning needs. At the start of the present academic year (2014/15), the college had 2,983
full time 16-18 learners on roll. In addition to the 16-18 provision, (which accounts for about 99% at
the College), the College offers a limited range of part time courses for approximately 122 adults
within Skills for Life (ESOL).
Cardinal Newman College is the post-16 provider for the Newman Partnership, a working group
consisting of the College and ten Catholic Partner High Schools. The location of these schools
demonstrates the wide area from which the College draws a significant proportion of its full time
16–18 learners. Because of its distinctive ethos, its reputation, the levels of achievement, the
support the College offers students and its provision of high quality courses, Cardinal Newman
College is also an attractive option for learners who attend other high schools in Preston and the
surrounding area. Year-on-year applications from these schools have increased significantly. A
cultural and spiritual diversity has developed that has been of immense benefit to all of its learners,
and to the local community.
An Outstanding College
The college has been at the top of the DFE League Tables for points per student for 3 years running
and the last Ofsted Inspection in the summer of 2009 graded all areas as ‘outstanding’. It confirmed
that there is a culture of high expectations and rigorous quality improvement in all areas. Standards,
expectations and processes have continued to improve since then. Students achieve well above
their (high) target grades and make a positive contribution to the College and its wider community.
Student attendance and behaviour are exemplary, illustrating that the Catholic mission and ethos
of the College is lived out at all levels.
Value added measured by ALPS places the college in the top 1% nationally and success rates are
well above national benchmarks. Every year over three quarters of the college’s students’ progress
to Higher Education with many going on to the most prestigious institutions and courses.
Students study in a purposeful and diverse environment with a strong focus on respect in which
every learner genuinely does matter. The team of specialist RE teachers live out the college’s
commitment to ‘valuing the spiritual journey of each individual and offering opportunities for each
to engage appropriately in their spiritual search’.
Our Community
Links with the local and Catholic partner high schools are very strong. The Principal meets regularly
with Head teachers and the Newman Partnership heads meet to discuss and share a wide range of
curriculum, pastoral and strategic issues. Relationships with college trustees, and with the Diocese
of Lancaster are maintained through the foundation governors.
The College has outstanding links with its local and wider community and learners and staff fully
contribute to this. Students at the College are continually seeking to engage in volunteer work
within the community. The most recent example of this is demonstrated in college plans to deliver
the Community Sports Leadership Award at the St Augustine’s Centre. Other voluntary work is
continued in the local community by the CAFOD Group, Essential Skills, Health and Social Care, the
Medical Society and Chaplaincy. The curriculum departments also contribute widely to the links
with local community groups, charities and local primary schools.
As a Catholic Sixth Form College we strive to be a Centre of educational excellence for the
community built on faith, respect and trust. We celebrate diversity amongst all our students and
staff and seek to nurture the gifts of each individual through high quality teaching and learning and
dedicated pastoral care.
College Facilities
Over the past few years the College has embarked on an extensive redevelopment programme
which has seen our students benefit from state of the art facilities. St Augustine building hosts a
variety of newly renovated classrooms and drama/dance studios as well as the original sports
facilities. At the St James Art
and Design Centre students
work within a unique and
creative atmosphere. Our
Science and Math’s subjects
are all taught within the
purpose built St Mary’s
building, which is located
opposite the main site. The
St Cecilia building is a new
£11 million development
opened in March 2009 and
has been a fabulous addition
to the College facilities. The
five storey building houses
our new Music Academy, our
Language courses (including
laboratories and IT suites),
English, Media, Film, Communication & Culture courses as well as our RE department. Along with
classrooms and facilities for these subjects, there is also a TV studio, fully equipped photography
studios, music practice rooms, recording suites and performance studio. The main college buildings
are centred on a Georgian Mansion within stunning grounds which include a lake and wooded areas.
The newly developed grounds include picnic areas and landscaped gardens. Adjacent to this is the
St Bede building. This area has been totally refurbished and now houses Religious Studies,
Philosophy and Critical Thinking as well as Fine Art in state-of-the-art classrooms. It also provides
students with a huge range of social spaces and catering options.
Staff at Cardinal Newman College
Cardinal Newman College has achieved its success through the hard work, skills, attitude and
commitment of its 250 plus staff. We wish to work in an inclusive and transparent style of
management that is open, consultative and encourages all staff to participate in the leadership and
management of the college. The development of staff’s skills is a priority for the college and teams
are encouraged to innovate and continuously improve Cardinal Newman’s curricular and pastoral
offer to its students.
What our students say about Cardinal Newman College
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I chose Newman because it gave me the opportunity to be inventive and take part in
the student council. My favourite thing about college is all of the people you meet
(there are lots of smiling faces) and it is a great place to learn – I will definitely miss it
when I am gone! Next year I hope to study Neuroscience in Manchester.
Lauren O’Brien: Broughton - Studying A Levels in Biology, Chemistry, Psychology,
German, General Studies, Critical Thinking
I chose Newman because of its welcoming atmosphere and friendly people. I would
definitely recommend Newman to school leavers, the quality of teaching is brilliant and
there are loads of things to do, I am a member of the choir and
I have taken part in lots of trips and visits. I hope to get into music production in the
future.
Jack Caldwell: All Hallows - Studying A Levels in Music Technology, Maths, Physics,
Business Studies
Newman is a place that consistently strives to improve itself, its got modern facilities,
brilliant study support and dedicated staff. Plus it’s the only college in the area that
allows you can mix BTEC and A Level courses. I hope to go on to university and then
qualify to be a PE teacher.
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Ashlyn Tarney: Christ the King - Studying A Levels in English Language & Literature,
BTEC Sport
I liked Newman’s atmosphere, friendly staff and excellent facilities. I am now hoping
to study Law and Criminology at university next year.
Sajeda Alli: Penwortham Girls’ - Studying A Levels in German, Psychology, Law, Business
Studies
Newman gives you the freedom to express yourself, the teachers always support your
dreams and you meet people with similar aspirations. Everyone is so helpful and
encouraging, you feel like part of a family! After college I plan to take a gap year and
then audition for a place at drama school.
Tara McKenzie: St Bede’s, Lytham - Studying A Levels in Drama & Theatre Studies,
English Language, Digital Photography, Textiles
Whilst at Newman, I have been on two German exchanges and a History trip to Russia.
I chose to come here because of Newman’s fantastic reputation for Modern Foreign
Languages and its great atmosphere. There’s a brilliant choice of social activities and
academic groups to take part in. I know that if I ever have a problem, my teachers are
always willing to help! I now hope to study Languages at Royal Holloway University and
then become an Interpreter.
Peter Holmes: Holy Cross - Studying A Levels in French, German, Italian, Spanish,
History
Newman’s Football Academy really impressed me along with the college’s reputation
for academic excellence and sporting opportunities. Next year, I am going to Florida to
complete a football scholarship!
Luke Jenner: Archbishop Temple - Studying A Levels in Sport, Psychology, Geography,
Maths
Newman is not just a college, it is a fantastic community. It doesn’t matter what music
you like or how popular you were at school, everyone is equal! I would encourage
anyone to study English Literature at college, the trip to Stratford to watch
Shakespeare’s The Tempest was an amazing experience. After college, I am hoping to
pursue a career in the Ministry of Defence.
Alex Walsh: Holy Cross -Studying A Levels in History, English Literature, Law, Danc