Digital Learning

PURPOSE: To play a major role under the auspices of the

Trustees and under the overall direction of the

Principal.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal

SALARY/GRADE:

WORKING TIME: Full time

Summary of Responsibilities

Job Purpose:

• To be accountable for the standards of teaching and learning and pupil progress.

• To teach iGCSE and A Level Computer Science / ICT / Digital Innovation in alignment with Cambridge

curriculum requirements

• To plan and deliver engaging, student-centred lessons that develop computational thinking, problem-

solving, and digital literacy

MAIN DUTIES

• To deliver the curriculum in accordance with the School's timetable
• To keep up to date with developments in the curriculum and in teaching practice methodology
• To develop the use of ICT to support and enhance teaching and learning
• To exercise professional skills and judgement
• To impact on the educational progress of all pupils in the school
• To work with others to ensure the most appropriate links are made to ensure that the curriculum meets

the individual students' needs

• To maintain accurate records of all assessments and feedback of all students
• To champion the use of educational technology across all subject areas
• To collaborate with teachers to design and implement innovative, tech-enhanced learning experiences.

Teaching and learning

• Ensure thorough understanding about learning objectives, understand the sequence of teaching and

learning in all subjects and communicate this to students.

• Select the most appropriate teaching and learning methods and resources to meet the needs of the full

range of pupils.

• Establish and implement clear policies and practices for assessing, recording and reporting on student

achievement in line with school policy.

• Analysis of results and assessment data.

Other professional requirements

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with professional colleagues and other teachers

to develop cross curricular links and creative approaches to learning.

• Establish effective relationships with parents and inform them of developments and practices relating

to the teaching of the curriculum.

• Participate in meetings with professional colleagues and parents in respect of the duties and

responsibilities of the post.

• Be aware of the need to take responsibility for your own professional development.
• Play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its distinctive mission and ethos and to

encourage staff and pupils to follow this example.

• Undertake any other duty as specified by Principal not mentioned in the above.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students, children and young

people and expects all employees, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer

recruitment practice and pre-employment background screening will be undertaken before any

appointment is confirmed. All positions are subject to background check clearance and successful

employment references.

The job holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young person's

for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom she/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure

compliance with the school's Safeguarding, Child Protection Policy and Procedures at all times. If in the

course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any instance that a child is suffering

or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home, she/he must report any concerns to the

School's Safeguarding Lead or to the Principal accordingly.

Other Specific Duties:

• Any other duties as required by the Principal

Person Specification – Digital Learning and Innovations Teacher

Person Specification

A. Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Degree, or equivalent, in Computer Science, ICT, Digital Education, or a related subject

• A proven track record of outstanding teaching

• Demonstrated expertise in digital pedagogy, coding (e.g. Python, Java), robotics, or design thinking

• At least 5 years' teaching experience

• Experience and familiarity with International Education essential

• Must have experience of teaching GCSE and A level

• Experience of teaching IMYC/IGCSE would be an advantage

• Evidence of appropriate in-service training

B. Knowledge, Understanding, Skills and Abilities

• A clear and proven commitment to the ethos and values contained in the SMMIS ethos statements and

capacity to develop and promote this within the school

• A sound understanding of how students learn, how teachers can best teach and how to achieve high

standards

• Knowledge and understanding of schools; knowledge and understanding of legislation and ongoing

developments in education in the International Sector

• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, pastoral care and the promotion of high

standards of positive behaviour

• High levels of communication skills both oral, written and in ICT

C. Leadership/Personal Qualities

• A team player respected by others

• Ability to act quickly and sensitively under pressure, to keep calm in difficult situations, deal with stress

and absorb pressure

• Ability to manage own workload appropriately, with the enthusiasm, stamina and passion to enthuse

and motivate others with regard to all aspects of the education of the school.

• Open and constructive, accepting of feedback and always willing to learn

• Excellent interpersonal skills, a sense of humour and a willingness to make him/herself approachable

to all members of the school and the wider community; a 'can do' positive approach