Head of Computing & Digital Learning

Gordano School; Portishead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

On-site parking

Job summary

Gordano School in Portishead, near Bristol, is seeking an inspirational Head of Computing to lead Computing across our 11–18 comprehensive secondary school. You will drive a dynamic curriculum, nurture teaching excellence and contribute to school improvement within a thriving community.

As part of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership, the post offers opportunities to shape a vibrant curriculum, support staff development and contribute to the school's wider life, including extensive

Qualifications

• Must be a strong classroom teacher with high-quality teaching and learning.
• Experience leading Computing or ICT departments is essential.
• Demonstrated commitment to school improvement and student progression.

Responsibilities

• Lead Computing across Gordano School and partner Lighthouse Schools Partnership.
• Develop an engaging Computing curriculum for 11–18 learners.
• Support CPD and mentoring for staff, including ECT induction.
• Promote extra-curricular computing activities.

Skills

Strong classroom teaching

Leadership and team collaboration

Inspiring and motivational

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Gordano School in Portishead, near Bristol, is seeking an inspirational Head of Computing to lead Computing across our 11–18 comprehensive secondary school. You will drive a dynamic curriculum, nurture teaching excellence and contribute to school improvement within a thriving community.

As part of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership, the post offers opportunities to shape a vibrant curriculum, support staff development and contribute to the school's wider life, including extensive