Head of Computer Science

Corby Business Academy; Corby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TLR available

Job summary

Corby Business Academy is seeking a passionate and skilled Computer Science leader to head the department and build on its strong track record. You will lead curriculum development, foster innovative classroom practice and ensure students acquire CS knowledge, digital literacy and problem solving skills for the modern world.

The role emphasises collaboration within a highly collaborative department, with emphasis on sharing ideas, inspiring colleagues and contributing to whole-school

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in Computer Science
• Ability to lead a department and develop teaching practice
• Willingness to explore innovative classroom practice

Responsibilities

• Lead Corby Business Academy's Computer Science department and drive its ongoing development.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure students develop CS knowledge, digital literacy and problem solving.
• Share ideas, inspire colleagues and contribute to whole-school improvement.

Job description

Contract: Full Time Time, Permanent

Salary: MPS / UPS + TLR (depending upon experience)

Location: Corby Business Academy

Closing Date: Monday 12 October 2026, 9:00am

Interview Date: TBC

Are you an aspiring or experienced subject leader looking for the opportunity to lead an established and successful Computer Science department? Are you excited by the prospect of working with a motivated team to help students achieve their full potential?

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a highly successful Computer Science department, building on its existing strengths while having the freedom to develop your own ideas and explore innovative classroom practice. You will play an important role in ensuring that students develop the Computer Science knowledge, digital literacy and problem-solving skills they need to be successful in the modern world.

The department has a well‑sequenced and well‑resourced curriculum already in place, providing an excellent foundation from which to develop the subject further and make your own mark. Computer Science is taught to all students at Key Stage 3 and is a popular GCSE option, with consistently strong results year after year. We also run a highly successful A Level Computer Science course, with a large number of students going on to study Computer Science at university or through degree apprenticeships.

The Computer Science department is highly collaborative, making extensive use of Microsoft 365 to share resources, planning and ideas. Students work extensively online, using Microsoft Teams and OneNote Class Notebooks to support learning both in and beyond the classroom. This provides an excellent environment for someone who is enthusiastic about using technology to enhance teaching, learning and student engagement.

Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be an ambitious, forward‑thinking and highly collaborative educator with a genuine passion for Computer Science and for using technology to enhance learning. They will bring strong subject knowledge and a willingness to explore innovative classroom practice, while having the confidence to share ideas, inspire colleagues and contribute to whole‑school improvement.

They will be an excellent communicator and relationship‑builder, able to inspire students to choose Computer Science and support colleagues in developing their own practice. They will combine high expectations with creativity, curiosity and a commitment to ensuring that students are engaged, challenged and successful.

Above all, we are looking for someone who is ambitious for the subject and its students; someone who can build on the department's existing strengths while bringing their own ideas, energy and vision to its continued development.

A TLR is available for this role, with the level determined by the successful candidate's experience and leadership responsibilities. This can be discussed further at interview.

Join our thriving Computer Science department!

Corby Business Academy is seeking a passionate and qualified Computer Science teacher to join our successful team.

Computer Science is a hugely popular subject at our school, with all students studying it at KS3 and increasing numbers opting to continue at KS4 and KS5. Our well‑resourced curriculum is designed to inspire a lifelong love of computing. We offer a rich and varied learning experience, complemented by exciting extra‑curricular activities.

We are committed to supporting our staff’s professional development. You will have opportunities to explore your interests, enhance your teaching skills, and progress your career.

If you share our passion for Computer Science and want to shape the computer scientists of the future, we encourage you to apply.

About Corby Business Academy

Corby Business Academy is a school committed to providing the very best for the community it serves. We have already undergone significant change in recent years under new leadership and our goals for further development remain ambitious. We work relentlessly in providing a high quality broad and balanced curriculum with stimulating learning experiences for all our students. This is underpinned by our strong sense of common purpose that is palpable in the Academy’s day to day operation. We aim to actively encourage students to participate in all areas of academy life, motivating and inspiring them to unlock their potential and realise their ambitions. Our staff have an uncompromising commitment to this and work closely with one another to support and develop students as well as one another.

In April 2023 the Academy was judged to be GOOD in all areas by OFSTED, who highlighted that:

“Leaders have brought about significant improvement at this school. They focus on providing an ambitious curriculum for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and / or disabilities (SEND).”

“Leaders have raised their expectations of pupils’ behaviour and conduct, which is having a positive impact. Pupils behave very well in lessons. During lesson changeover times and at breaktimes, the school is calm and orderly”.

“Parents and carers are positive about the education their children receive. One view shared by many was, ‘My child has thrived, been supported, encouraged, cared for and listened to at this school”.

The Benefits at Brooke Weston Trust we can offer you

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays. An additional 3 days after 5 years’ service and the ability to purchase up to 10 days additional leave per year.
• One wellbeing day a year, in addition to your annual leave
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, covering high street supermarkets, days out and holidays, health and beauty, dining out plus lots more.
• A freshly prepared breakfast and hot or cold lunch each day when you work in one of our Trust schools
• Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your role requires you to be a member of a professional body, BWT will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Your Care, an independent, external organisation. Your Care is available for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, both face to face and online.
• Additional health benefits including a Health Care cash plan and access to an online GP
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Ongoing opportunities for training and development and access to the BWT Centre for Professional Development
• Collaborative and Ambitious colleagues with the support of a committed team who work to maintain high standards and expectations
• Be the difference - At Brooke Weston Trust we believe every child deserves the best possible start, giving them a "ticket for life." If you want to use your skills with an organisation committed to making a difference and improving lives, this is the place for you

About Brooke Weston Trust

Our Trust was formed more than 30 years ago with a simple and clear mission - to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people.

Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people.

We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston Trust staff have access to first class professional development through our Centre for Professional Development, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School Hub.

Safer Recruitment

Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google.

A copy of the Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here - Safeguarding and Child Protection.

The Trust’s position on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders can be found under section 7 of the Trust SCR, Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy - Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy.