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Kindly note that we do not accept CVs, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements. All applications must be submitted via the link provided only.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, innovative and enthusiastic individual to join our outstanding Digital Academy teaching team at the Joseph Wright Centre. We are seeking a Teacher of ICT, Cyber Security and Computer Science who is passionate about inspiring the next generation of digital professionals.
The Opportunity
Specialising in the delivery of T Levels and HTQs, you will deliver engaging, high-quality lessons that inspire students and support their achievement and progression. You’ll be confident adapting to a range of learning environments, utilising innovative technologies and ensuring students are challenged and supported to reach their full potential. This is an excellent opportunity to share your expertise.
For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please click here.
About You
You’ll be an enthusiastic and knowledgeable professional with a teaching qualification and a degree in Computing or a related subject, and significant industry experience that enables you to confidently deliver lessons and design assessments. You’ll possess excellent interpersonal, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to adapt your teaching to different qualification types, student levels and individual needs. Industry experience and knowledge of Further Education qualifications are highly desirable. We are looking for someone with expertise in one or more areas, including programming, project management, cyber security, computer networks or software development, together with the commitment and professionalism needed to succeed in teaching. Strong digital, IT and AI proficiency is essential.
For a full explanation of the Person Specification, please click here.
The Benefits
- Salary of £29,374 to £44,218 per annum pro rata
- 49 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur) pro rata
- Membership of the Teacher’s Pension Scheme with a 28.68% employer contribution
- Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
- TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
- Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
- Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
- Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
- Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
- Continuous development and progression opportunities
- Free eye tests with Specsavers
- Our new and enhanced Employee Assistance Programme provides 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, mental health, and life matters
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at [email protected].
Safeguarding statement
DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
If you require visa sponsorship
Please note that unfortunately, this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.
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