Teacher of Information Technology (0.40)

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join a dynamic team and be part of the school’s continuing journey in establishing excellence in the education of autistic pupils.

As an IT Teacher working across our Secondary Department, you will be able to help us transform the lives of autistic children and young people by delivering the highest level of education and experiences. 

Every child is entitled to an education and every child deserves the best possible developmental opportunities so that they learn more and do more, preparing themselves for life after school. Our autistic pupils learn in happy and safe environments that are able to support their individual needs as autistic learners.

We are seeking to appoint a qualified and experienced Teacher of IT who has a wide range of skills and experience, with a passion for teaching and working with students and the ability to drive them to be outstanding.  A good understanding of assessing progress of students within a specialist SEN environment would be advantageous.

At Church Lawton, we provide an exceptional environment for both students and staff, including:

•    Specialist Induction Programme and Autism-Specific Training: Gain the skills and confidence to support our students effectively.
•    Fantastic Facilities: Work in a school designed to inspire, including a brand-new Purpose-Built Quality of Life Hub and Quiet Working Spaces tailored to meet the needs of our staff and students.
•    A Supportive and Inclusive Environment: Be part of a team that values your   contributions and invests in your development.

Please note that the required working pattern for this post is Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings.

We offer a competitive salary and pension, as well as a range of benefits and a focus on staff well-being.  More importantly, we offer the opportunity to play a part in highly rewarding work, as part of an ambitious and supportive team.

Application deadline:        9am on Tuesday, 22nd April 2025
Interviews:                         Week commencing 12th May 2025
Anticipated start date:     September 2025

The Trust pays full regard to ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance 2024.  We ensure that all appropriate measures are applied in relation to everyone who works for the Trust who is likely to be perceived by the children as a safe and trustworthy adult including volunteers and staff employed by contractors. 

Our safer recruitment practice includes scrutinising applicants, verifying identity and academic or vocational qualifications, obtaining professional and character references, checking previous employment history, and ensuring that a candidate has the health and physical capacity for the job.  It also includes undertaking online checks and an Enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer.  Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role, including those with protected characteristics, and particularly welcome from neurodivergent individuals.  We are very happy to discuss adjustments to the recruitment process for those that need it.

Please note that we can only consider applicants who are legally entitled to work in the UK. 

 

For further information please contact: office@churchlawtonschool.org.uk