Woolwich Polytechnic School
Head Teachers: Mr. B. Parker MA. BSc. (Econ.) NPQH
Mr. T. Plumb MA. BSc. NPQH
Teacher of Computer Science
If you aspire to be a teacher in an Outstanding (Ofsted,
2011) and over-subscribed school then Woolwich
Polytechnic, a popular, all-inclusive boys’ school, is the
place for you.
We are looking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and inspiring
teacher from September 2017; an individual who can consistently
teach good or outstanding lessons and support our thriving
computing department in achieving its ambitious targets and
goals and be actively involved in teaching all key stages.
We encourage applications from teachers who feel they can add
value to an already highly-effective department and prosper in a
dynamic and fast-paced environment. We have an excellent
track-record of developing teachers to become not only
outstanding practitioners but also leaders. We also provide
personal guidance and support to enable our staff to succeed in
new roles.
You will be joining a vibrant, hardworking and experienced
department that is committed to ensuring successful outcomes
for our students. Last year we achieved 89% A*-C at GCSE level
and 57% A*-B at A2 Level. The number of students opting to
choose to study Computing at all levels is high and growing from
Key Stage 3 through to Key Stage 5.
Role:
 Add value to an already highly effective and motivated team.
 Further raise overall achievement and success of Computing.
 Consistently teach outstanding Computing lessons and deliver
aspirational outcomes.
 Monitor, review and evaluate pupil performance and progress
across all key stages.
 Arrange appropriate intervention to ensure high pupil
achievement.
Woolwich Polytechnic School is operated by POLYMAT which is a charitable company limited by guarantee and
registered in England and Wales, Reg no. 9078530. The registered office is at Hutchins Road, London SE28 8AT
Telephone (020) 8310 7000 Fax: (020) 8310 6464
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.woolwichpoly.greenwich.sch.uk
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 Give full support to the school’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
 Be bound by the general teachers’ duties as laid down in the School
Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document – undertaking such duties as
may be reasonably expected, including involvement in extra-curricular
activities.
Selection Criteria:
 To be a graduate and either possess a computing degree or relevant
related degree.
 Programming expertise in Visual Basic, Python and SQL
 Successful completion of teaching practice or NQT year.
 Experience of teaching Computing GCSE and A Level is desirable.
 Support for CSAT Oxbridge admission entrance is desirable
 To have a sound knowledge of the subject area and be willing to teach
across the age and ability range.
 To have highly effective classroom skills.
 To be able to set and maintain high expectations of work and behaviour.
 To have a good understanding of Equal Opportunities issues and a
determination to apply the school’s Equal Opportunities Policy in all
aspects of work as a professional.
 To be able to enhance teaching delivery and learning by the use of ICT.
 To be a reflective practitioner.
 To establish good working relationships with staff, students, parents and
carers.
As a member of staff at Woolwich Polytechnic School we can offer
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Opportunities for career progression
Excellent professional development
A contributory pension scheme
Opportunities to collaborate with outstanding and dynamic teaching
professionals
Access to various discounts for a small monthly fee
Free tea, latte, cappuccino and hot chocolate etc.
An employee assistance programme
Childcare vouchers
Season ticket loans
Finders fees for personal introductions of staff that we employ
Excellent catering facilities
Secure on-site parking
This post would be suitable for an experienced teacher or a successful
NQT.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children, including the need for the successful candidate to undertake a
disclosure and barring check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The school is also committed to promoting equality, challenging
discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome
applications from all sections of the community.
The Closing date for applications is Wednesday 10 May 2017.
Interviews are scheduled for the following week.
If you feel that this is the school for you, then please apply by completing
the school application form.
If you would like to discuss this position in more detail then please email:
[email protected]
We look forward to hearing from you.
Reference code ICT/JAN/17