At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach Computer Science and lead exciting projects with local schools.
- Company: Join the Royal Grammar School's innovative Partnerships Team.
- Benefits: Above-average salary, excellent benefits, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and co-curricular involvement.
- Why this job: Inspire the next generation while making a real difference in education.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher of Computer Science with experience at Key Stage 5.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
The role We have an exceptionally exciting opportunity for an experienced Teacher of Computer Science to join the RGS Partnerships Team.
This fixed-term, two-year post is made possible by generous funding from Neptune North.
The role is twofold: teaching students at Royal Grammar School while principally working with students and teachers from other local schools on Computing Partnership projects.
The successful candidate will work alongside the existing team of eight Partnership teachers across STEM and Sport.
The role is suited to a practitioner with a high level of subject knowledge and experience of teaching at Key Stage 5, as it will largely involve working with very able Sixth Form students.
The post is funded to 0.5 FTE and reports to the Director of Partnerships under the guidance of the Head of Computing.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver a small amount of teaching at RGS, releasing an existing department member for outreach activities.
- Lead the majority of teaching time on projects that raise attainment and improve access to opportunities for students from local state-funded schools and colleges.
- Design and deliver activities that improve the skills of non-specialist Computing teachers in partner schools.
- Demonstrate entrepreneurial flair to inspire, motivate and innovate within the Partnerships programme.
- Contribute to the school’s extensive co-curricular sporting, artistic and cultural programme.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher of Computer Science with substantial experience of teaching at Key Stage 5.
- High level of subject knowledge and the ability to work effectively with very able Sixth Form students.
- Entrepreneurial approach with the capacity to inspire, motivate and innovate.
- Willingness to contribute fully to the co-curricular life of the school.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Benefits & package
- Fixed-term contract for two years, with scope for extension subject to continued funding.
- RGS salary scale, which is above national pay scales for teachers.
- Excellent benefits package (full details available in the Job Information Pack).
Royal Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer.
All posts are subject to pre-interview referencing, internet searches and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with the children’s barred list check.
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Teacher of Computer Science in Newcastle employer: Royal Grammar School
Royal Grammar School is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity for a Teacher of Computer Science to engage with both talented Sixth Form students and local schools through innovative Computing Partnership projects. With a commitment to professional growth, a competitive salary above national scales, and a vibrant co-curricular programme, RGS fosters a collaborative and inspiring work culture that empowers educators to make a meaningful impact in the community.
