Head of Computer Science

NOTTING HILL; Ealing; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

36-week school year

Staff wellbeing

Free lunches

Fee discount on GDST schools

Job summary

Notting Hill & Ealing High School is seeking an inspirational Head of Computer Science to lead and develop the departmental curriculum and activities for girls in the Senior School up to A Level.

The role offers an opportunity to advance into leadership, inspire pupils and colleagues, and contribute to a thriving CS programme within a warm, supportive GDST school community.

Responsibilities

• Teach Computer Science throughout the Senior School up to A Level.
• Contribute to the development of curricular and extra-curricular CS activities.
• Support leadership in the CS Department and mentor colleagues and pupils.

Job description

Role Overview

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:

Benefits

• 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

Application Requirements

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.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.