Head of Computer Science – Brighton

Marchant Recruitment; Brighton; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding secondary school in Brighton is seeking an experienced Head of Computer Science to lead the department and enhance students' digital skills. This role includes mentoring staff, shaping the curriculum, and promoting innovative teaching methods. Candidates must hold QTS and a relevant degree, with proven success in teaching Computer Science up to A-Level. The school offers modern facilities and a supportive environment, ensuring professional development and collaboration with motivated students.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Modern computing labs

Opportunities for STEM initiatives

Collaborative environment

Excellent CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven success teaching Computer Science up to A-Level.
• Experience leading a department or mentoring staff within a school environment.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a thriving department delivering high-quality Computer Science teaching.
• Shape the digital curriculum and mentor staff.
• Ensure students develop computational thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

QTS and a degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Coding

Algorithms

Data science

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and forward-thinking Head of Computer Science to join an Outstanding secondary school in Brighton . This leadership role offers the chance to oversee a thriving department inspire innovation and deliver high-quality Computer Science teaching across Key Stages 3 to 5 (KS3KS5) .

The school is known for its cutting-edge technology provision and its commitment to developing students computational thinking creativity and problem-solving abilities. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the digital curriculum mentoring staff and ensuring students are equipped with the skills to succeed in an increasingly digital world.

The Computer Science department benefits from state-of-the-art computing suites robotics equipment and a culture of innovation. Students are encouraged to explore coding algorithms and data science through project-based learning and enrichment programmes.

What We Offer

• A supportive leadership team committed to academic excellence and teacher development
• Modern computing labs equipped with industry-standard technology
• Opportunities to develop STEM initiatives and lead digital learning strategy
• A collaborative environment with engaged and motivated students
• Excellent CPD and leadership development opportunities

Requirements

• QTS and a degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Proven success teaching Computer Science up to A-Level
• Experience leading a department or mentoring staff within a school environment
• Strong leadership communication and organisational skills
• Legal right to work in the UK

If youre a visionary and passionate educator ready to lead a dynamic department and shape the future of digital education apply today for this Head of Computer Science position in Brighton!