COMPUTING TEACHERSituated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education. We run a prestigious and well-established Summer School for children aged 8-16 from approximately 40 nationalities. Each year we create a vibrant international community where our staff play a critical role in creating a happy and formative summer experience for our students. We are looking for an experienced and creative teacher of computing. You will work with colleagues to plan and deliver engaging lessons which enable students to have an enriching and enjoyable summer study option. You will have relevant teaching experience and be able to inspire by using a student-centred learning approach and using up to date resources. You will complete reports on the students and be involved in some excursions and activities.2024 dates, including mandatory induction are: Course 2: Wednesday 10th July – Mon 5th AugustResidential with full board. Competitive Salary based on experience.Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups. We are recruiting on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the role prior to the advertised closing date. Interviews will be online. If you’re excited to learn more, please contact giss@gordonstoun.org.uk or call the office on 01343 837821. Please complete the following application form Application Form – New Senior StaffClosing date: 31 May 2024About the SchoolGordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18. Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.
**Skills Required**
• Experience teaching school age children for at least 1 year
• High level of computer literacy
• Subject knowledge to teach Computer Science
• Ability to organise and teach groups of students at all levels of ability
• Experience preparing teaching materials • Experience of working in other Summer Schools
• Ability to work with teachers across the curriculum
**Qualifications Required**
• First degree in computer science or a relevant degree
• P.G.C.E or equivalent qualification
• Proficient level of English
• Recognised First Aid qualification
• A full, clean driving licence
