STEM Horizons Teacher of Computer Science

We are seeking an exceptional STEM Horizons Teacher of Computer Science part time (0.5 FTE) to develop and inspire our pupils and be part of our vibrant school community. In return for your dedication and expertise you can expect to be highly valued and offered further development and support throughout your career.

Oundle is a full boarding school with extensive opportunities beyond the curriculum. The role of a teacher usually involves two thirds teaching, with the remaining time split between tutoring and co-curricular activities. We always do our best to match your interests and experience with your commitments.

Should you be successful you will be required to carry out the general professional duties of a school teacher under the reasonable direction of the Head and to perform such particular duties that from time to time may reasonably be assigned to you by the Head. You would teach approximately 42 periods per fortnight in addition to committing to contribute to the co-curricular life and pastoral support provided by the school.

The Department: Computer Science forms an integral part of the Science carousel in the First and Second Forms, with approximately half of the year group opting to study the subject in the Third Form. Here, pupils learn the foundational knowledge and skills of the subject, which includes the learning of computer hardware, algorithms and Python programming. The department also supports the development of pupils’ digital literacy skills, with pupils building skills in research, spreadsheets, the delivery of presentations and much more.

The department teaches the OCR J277 GCSE and H446 A level specifications. At GCSE, Computer Science is generally taught across four classes with approximately 65 pupils taking the subject in each year group. At A level, the department delivers the specification to around 35 pupils across the Upper and Lower Sixth Form. The expectations for results are very high (in our 2024 results 53% of GCSE graded at 8 or 9 and A level results exceeded 73% at A/A*). The majority of the Upper Sixth progress to computer science or a related subject at top universities.

The department also seeks to develop pupils’ problem-solving and computational thinking skills, asking them to think in abstract ways to solve problems, through a combination of decomposition and logical thinking.

The Town: Oundle is a historic market town in Northamptonshire, famous for its beautiful Georgian streets and impressive limestone buildings. The town has a spirited cultural life, with an annual international festival, literature festival, and frequent performances of nationally touring shows at the school’s Stahl theatre. The town has a range of independent shops, coffee houses, pubs and eateries. Encircled by the river Nene, the town is also blessed to be surrounded by beautiful countryside with many picturesque villages nearby.

Oundle School and Laxton Junior School are proud to be equal-opportunity employers and we welcome applications from all. We aim to ensure that all applicants are provided with the same opportunities during the recruitment process, and we endeavour to comply with the duties placed upon us to make reasonable adjustments as prescribed by the Equality Act 2010. Should you need to request a particular adjustment to enable you to participate fully in the recruitment process, please ensure that this is made known to the HR Department.

Both Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.