Head of Department Computer Science and Computing

Longhill High School; Brighton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Longhill High School is looking for a Head of Department for Computer Science and Computing from September 2025. The successful candidate will lead the department, delivering engaging lessons and fostering an environment of growth and innovation. This is a permanent, full-time position with robust support for career development and teaching excellence.

Benefits

Excellent induction programme

Outstanding CPD programme

Professional freedom to innovate

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and innovative teacher.
• Proven track record in teaching Computer Science.
• Capacity to motivate and inspire students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Computer Science at Key Stage 4 and Computing at Key Stage 3.
• Lead and develop the Computer Science department.
• Raise student attainment through effective teaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Enthusiasm for teaching

Innovation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Head of Department Computer Science and Computing

Teaching Staff Full Time

Head of Computer Science and Computing

From September 2025

Full Time

Permanent

At Longhill, you will be supported and encouraged to develop outstanding practice. You will enjoy the professional freedom to find the approach that works best for you and your classes and will be encouraged to share those innovations within the faculty and at whole school level.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative teacher, who will be able to deliver the Computer Science at Key Stage 4 and Computing at Key Stage 3. The successful candidate will lead a thriving and successful department.

We have an excellent induction programme and an outstanding CPD programme to support career progression.

If you are:

• A committed and enthusiastic teacher with a passion for Computer Science and Computing
• An excellent practitioner with a proven track record
• An outstanding and innovative teacher
• An inspirational leader, ready to motivate and support a dedicated team

We want to hear from you!

The successful candidate will have the capacity to raise attainment through motivating and inspiring students and staff. You must have excellent communication skills, tremendous drive and a great enthusiasm for teaching and learning.

Closing date for applications: Midday Monday 30 June 2025

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview on Friday 4 July 2025

Department

Department Teaching Staff

Classification

Classification Permanent

Rate

Hours

Hours Full Time

Closing Date

Job Pack

Enquiries & How to Apply

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Longhill High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All candidates must complete our standard application form in order to be considered. CVs are not accepted in the interests of safeguarding.

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