Head of Computer Science

Teaching Tomorrow; Northampton; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Coventry is seeking an experienced Head of Computer Science to lead the department and shape the curriculum. The successful candidate will inspire students and support teaching staff to achieve excellence in computing education. This is a permanent, full-time role with competitive salary and benefits. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is essential.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive school environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Computer Science at secondary level.
• Proven leadership experience within a school or department.
• Commitment to raising standards and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Computer Science department.
• Develop and implement schemes of work and curriculum planning.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress.

Skills

Strong classroom management skills

Excellent communication

Organisational abilities

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Teaching Tomorrow is seeking an experienced and passionate Head of Computer Science for a secondary school in Coventry. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the department, shape the curriculum, and inspire students to achieve excellence in computing and digital technologies.

The Role

• Lead and manage the Computer Science department, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning.
• Develop and implement schemes of work and curriculum planning.
• Support, mentor, and appraise teaching staff within the department.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, ensuring excellent outcomes across all year groups.
• Foster a culture of innovation, engagement, and digital literacy.

We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching Computer Science at secondary level.
• Proven leadership experience within a school or department.
• Strong classroom management skills and a commitment to raising standards.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Willingness to travel from Northamptonshire if required (own transport essential).

What We Offer

• Permanent, full-time role with an immediate start.
• Supportive school environment and opportunities for professional development.
• A chance to lead a forward-thinking department in a thriving school.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

If you are a dynamic and ambitious leader with a passion for Computer Science and technology education, we want to hear from you.

Teaching Tomorrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants are subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We offer payment via both Umbrella and PAYE Services.