Head of Computer Science

GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust); Ealing; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

GDST pension scheme

Staff lunches

Professional development

Job summary

Notting Hill & Ealing High School, part of the GDST, invites applications for an inspirational Head of Computer Science to lead curricular and extra-curricular activities.

The successful candidate will teach Computer Science throughout the Senior School up to A Level, driving departmental development and fostering excellence in a warm, girls-only environment in suburban London.

Qualifications

• Well-qualified teacher of Computer Science with excellent subject knowledge.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Experience teaching CS up to A Level.

Responsibilities

• Teach Computer Science throughout the Senior School up to A Level.
• Develop curriculum and contribute to extra-curricular activities.
• Provide leadership within the CS department.

Skills

Computer Science

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Education

Qualified teacher of Computer Science

Job description

Employer Notting Hill & Ealing High School - GDST Location Ealing, Greater London Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time Salary TBC

Posted 11th September 2026 Start Date 1st January 2027 Expires 21st September 2026 11:59 AM Contract Type Permanent Start Date 1st January 2027 Job ID 1573671

Start Date 1st January 2027

• Contract Type :Permanent
• Job ID: 1573671

Head of Computer ScienceCompetitive Salary Plus BenefitsFor January 2027Full-Time

Notting Hill & Ealing High School, one of London’s leading independent girls’ day schools, has an exciting opportunity for an inspirational Head of Computer Science to contribute further to a flourishing Computer Science Department in both its curricular and extra-curricular activities.

We are looking for a well-qualified teacher of Computer Science with a passion for the subject and excellent subject knowledge, with good organisational and time management skills. The successful candidate will teach Computer Science throughout the Senior School up to A Level. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make the move into a Head of Department role or gain further leadership experience.

If you are a good communicator who can enthuse and inspire both pupils and colleagues and have exciting ideas about the teaching of Computer Science, and the ways in which Computer Science can be further developed and encouraged, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Teaching at NHEHS

“Teaching here is all about being able to have in-depth conversations with students about your subject and helping to enthuse them with the same passion as you have. Teaching at NHEHS is exactly what I imagined teaching would be like when I got my first teaching job; it’s what teaching should be!”

• a Head of Department

About The School

NHEHS is a leading academic day school. Our girls are ambitious, bright, enthusiastic and eager to learn and we offer a warm and supportive community. We occupy a site in suburban, leafy, west Ealing with excellent transport links. As part of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive terms and conditions of employment, and competitive salaries and pay progression
• Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme (18% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top-up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension)
• 36-week school year (including INSET days) across 3 terms, with a 2-week half term in the Autumn
• Normal teaching hours between 08:20 and 15:45 (depending on timetable for part-time staff)
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities and training grants for qualifications
• Free life assurance benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured, offering free 24-hour counselling, wellbeing support and advice services
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Free lunches for all staff during term time (equivalent to at least £900 per year)
• In-school staff wellbeing activities such as yoga and access to the school gym

The closing date for applications is Monday 21st September 2026 at 12pm. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close applications and interviews at any point in the process.

Interviews will take place on Friday 25th September 2026.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

NHEHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS. Applications will be considered only from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

Safeguarding Statement

Head of Computer Science Job Description January 2027

The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.