The successful candidate will lead and develop the Computer Science department and will have proven success of teaching the subject at both KS3 and KS4, as well as leadership and management experience within an academic department with proven impact.  

Maiden Erlegh School in Reading is an ambitious, over-subscribed 11-16 secondary school in an urban context which is as committed to the welfare of students and staff as it is to our high-quality education. Staff wellbeing is a key focus of the school.  Staff voice is very important to us in determining both our change management plans and our ongoing wellbeing objectives.  Our school benefits from excellent, modern facilities and teaching spaces and we are very proud of our vibrant, diverse and engaging students who work hard and have high aspirations. 

To learn more about our school, visit our website www.maidenerleghschoolreading.co.uk.

The successful applicant will be energetic and enthusiastic and enjoy working with 11-16 year olds. You will enjoy nurturing young people to grow in confidence and flourish personally. You will share our inclusive values which are to Aim high – Be inclusive – Work together; and you will have a willingness to develop your own practice in line with our ethos of continuous improvement.

If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for our students, then you are encouraged to explore further by contacting recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org  for a more detailed discussion, if required. 

Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.  

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful references. 

If you would like to have an informal chat with our hiring manager about this post, please email recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org.  

Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible as the Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.