Woolwich Polytechnic School
Head Teachers: Mr. B. Parker MA. BSc. (Econ.) NPQH
Mr. T. Plumb MA. BSc. NPQH
Teacher of Computing Science
Opportunity to gain AST or Lead Practitioner status
Competitive Salary with leadership chances available
TLR Negotiable
Location: Woolwich Polytechnic School, Thamesmead, London,
SE28 8AT
Our vision is ‘success for everyone’ and we are looking for staff that
can bring this vision to reality. Woolwich Poly, part of the PolyMAT
multi academy trust, is an all-inclusive boys’ school (co-educational
at Post 16) and is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. The school prides
itself on a culture of high standards and values from staff and pupils.
We are proud of our status as Lead School in the Network of
Excellence.
There are plans for the Trust to grow, including the opening of a girls’
school, which means there will be numerous opportunities for
promotion and staff to take on extra responsibilities; are you ready to
grow with us?
Did you know?
 We have been ranked top 3 in similar schools for the last 3 years
 We have been runner-up for the TES Secondary School of the Year
twice
 Our KS4 VA for 2015 is 1038, in the top 5% of schools nationally
 Our KS4 outcomes are consistently outstanding
 We are the first secondary school in the country to achieve
Exceptional school status
 We are oversubscribed every year
 We are the first Secondary School in the country to offer a Maths
degree with QTS
We are looking to appoint an outstanding teacher of computing
to start in September or after Easter if available, an individual
who will support the department in achieving its ambitious
targets and goals and be actively involved in teaching all key
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: enquiries@woolwichpoly.co.uk
Website: www.woolwichpoly.greenwich.sch.uk
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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 trackrecord 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.
The subject is very popular and is enjoyed by students from Year 7 through
to the 6th Form. We are proud of our results which are well above the national
average. We achieved 90% A*-C at GCSE level and 60% A*-B at A-Levels.
The number of students opting to choose to study Computing at all levels is
high and growing.
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.
 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.
 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.
 Experience of teaching Computing GCSE and A Level is desirable.
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 Monday 22 February 2016.
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: arendell@woolwichpoly.co.uk
We look forward to hearing from you.
Advert posted 25 January 2016
Reference code ICT/JAN/16