A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an inspiring and passionate Digital Fundamentals Teacher to join our Prep department at Upton House School.
Location: Windsor, Berkshire
Salary: £33,500 – £43,500 (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full Time, term time only
Hours of Work: 8am-5pm term time
To Start: September 2025
NQT/ECF: Suitable
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an inspiring and passionate Digital Fundamentals Teacher to join our Prep department at Upton House School.
A little bit about us
We are a small independent school in Windsor. The school has been running since 1936. We value each and every member of our staff team and recognise that people can bring different ideas and suggestions all of which are equally valued. We view our team members as our extended family and most of our staff have worked with the school for many years.
Digital Fundamentals at Upton
Upton has a very unique approach to teaching ICT and we have created our own bespoke digital fundamentals curriculum. This approach was recognised in our recent ISI inspection and was seen as a real strength at Upton House. We are committed to providing every child leaving Upton with a diverse set of digital skills relevant to the real world. As part of our ongoing curriculum enhancements, we have expanded our technology provision and ICT has been consumed by Digital Fundamentals.
Digital Fundaments provides the basic skills that pupils require to be able to competently use digitals tools at school and beyond. In addition, the pupils are introduced to other areas to identify their interest and give them the foundations to specialise at Upton House School or independently outside of school in these areas.
Weekly Digital Fundamentals lessons are designed to ensure that all children acquire essential skills through a progressive and relevant curriculum. As children advance into Form 5 and Form 6, they can specialise in the following pillars broadcasting, coding, and drone flying. Music Technology sits alongside Digital Fundaments but is covered the Music Technology specialist. We expect to add more pillars to the Digital specialisms. Broadcasting covers livestreaming of school events, content generation which includes VFX, green screening and video editing.
At Upton House we have a newly installed ICT Suite with 20 computer stations (windows computers) and 3 large presentation screens. We also have a broadcasting studio for livestreaming and podcasts as well as suite of Apple macs and a recording studio. Upton are constantly upgrading their technological equipment including drones and a laser cutter.
Role and Responsibilities
· Plan and deliver inspirational digital fundamental lessons from (Form 1 to Form 6) seeking to motivate, support and stretch pupils to achieve their full potential
· Run clubs that utilise the digital technology at Upton
· To support the delivery of digital fundamentals across the school as required
· Develop creative teaching learning opportunities using Windows computers and iPads, as well as
other hardware such as Micro:Bits and drones
· Monitor and review pupil progress and attainment, managing any concerns in a timely
manner and liaising with other staff and parents as necessary.
· Ensure teaching is appropriate to the educational needs of the pupil, demonstrating exemplary classroom practice.
· Provide regular feedback to pupils and their parents on effort, progress and attainment,
including written reports and parents’ evenings.
· Work collaboratively with colleagues, including other teaching staff, teaching assistants,
and the Senior management team, to deliver units of work and ensure outstanding pastoral care.
· Actively contribute to assemblies, productions and events as well as fulfilling assigned duties and participating in the running of clubs and activities which make up the co-curricular programme.
· Cover absent teachers lessons when required throughout the school.
· Maintain positive relationships with colleagues, parents and other schools.
· Promote a positive climate, seeking to review and improve personal and whole-school
effectiveness and efficiency and visibly supporting the ethos, aims, and objectives of the
school.
· Comply with all school policies and procedures, contributing to their review as required.
· Expand knowledge, understanding and skills, keeping up to date with current educational
thinking and practice, by undertaking relevant CPD.
· Adhere to the school’s vision on wellbeing that supports the school’s ethos and aims,
demonstrating a deep commitment to promoting the wellbeing of children.
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate for this role would:
· Be forward thinking and creative
· Be enthusiastic and willing to learn – training will be provided
· High levels of interest in how digital tools can help and support at school and in everyday life
· QTS
· Excellent communication skills
· Able to work as part of a team and use your own initiative
· Commitment to your role and being an inspiration to the children
· Have a fun, can do attitude
· A willingness to meet challenges with enthusiasm and to contribute as a team member is essential
· Have an interest in any of the following: photography, videography, content creation, livestreaming, or broadcasting (desirable)
What we can offer
· An easily accessible school that is in the heart of Windsor town
· Full time position, term time only, within the school hours of 8am-5pm
· Potential to progress further and develop your career
· School holidays
· Fee discount
· Opportunity to access various training packages to support you in your role
· Helpful and supportive management team
· A friendly and supportive team
· Training and CPD
If you are interested in applying for this role please fill in the application form and send to recruitment@uptonhouse.org.uk and we will be in contact with you. We look forward to hearing from you!
The job description and application form can be downloaded from the school website www.uptonhouse.org.uk/discover-upton-house/vacancies
Closing date: Sunday 23rd March 2025
Upton House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced criminal record check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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115 St Leonard's Road, Windsor, SL4 3DF
01753 862610
www.uptonhouse.org.uk
Closing Date: 23 March 2025