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This 11–16 co-educational comprehensive school is committed to excellence, nurturing individuals, fulfilling potential, and respecting its community. The curriculum is designed to inspire and challenge, ensuring every student achieves their best outcomes and leaves well prepared for the future. Inclusivity, ambition, independence, and high standards are at the heart of school life.
The Role
The school is seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking Head of Computer Science to lead the department from January 2026. The successful candidate will shape the vision and delivery of computing education across all year groups, ensuring students are equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive in a rapidly changing digital world.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Leading and managing the Computer Science department with clarity and purpose.
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Designing and implementing a curriculum that is engaging, rigorous, and reflective of current developments in computing.
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Ensuring students of all abilities make excellent progress.
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Promoting high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment.
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Collaborating with colleagues to embed digital literacy and computational thinking across the wider curriculum.
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Supporting the professional development of staff, including mentoring less experienced teachers.
The successful applicant will:
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Have proven experience teaching Computer Science in secondary schools, with excellent subject knowledge.
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Demonstrate leadership experience or clear potential for departmental leadership.
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Be committed to high standards, ambition, and academic excellence.
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Adapt teaching effectively to meet the needs of all learners.
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Foster a culture of innovation, curiosity, and independent learning.
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Be reflective, collaborative, and committed to ongoing professional development.
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Share the school’s values of resilience, commitment, aspiration, independence, respect, and community.
The school provides:
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A welcoming and purposeful learning environment where relationships between staff and students are positive and respectful.
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A strong culture of professional development and opportunities for leadership growth.
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Supportive senior leadership and a commitment to innovative teaching and learning.
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An inclusive ethos, ensuring every student has access to a broad and balanced curriculum
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