Head of Business Studies and Computer Science

What skills and experience we're looking for

Holds a DfE recognised teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status

Business Studies/Computer Science Degree or equivalent qualifications

Evidence of continuing professional development

Ability to use assessment, tracking and student level data to raise standards of achievement.

Evidence of successful teaching across the 11-16 range and ability range

Ability to teach Computer Science across KS3, KS4 and KS5 and Business Studies across KS4 and KS5

Demonstrate a sound understanding of the qualities of good teaching and effective learning and how these can be applied to raise student attainment

Demonstrate an understanding of the effective planning and delivery of abalanced curriculum.

Ability to demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and proven experience of teaching across the key stages.

Has a clear vision and strong commitment to inclusion and how this can be achieved for students.

Has the ability and strong commitment to working in partnership with staff and parents.

Can set, maintain and actively promote high standards of student behaviour.

Enthusiasm, determination and an insistence on high standards

The ability to envision, enthuse, inspire and motivate students, staff and parents.

Good decision making skills; the ability to identify and implement solutions to problems.

Good self-management skills, including the ability to plan one’s time effectively

Enjoys working in new and challenging situations with the capacity to workunder pressure

A high level of personal integrity

A willingness to learn new skills and approaches, and share good practice and experiences with others

Excellent attendance, punctuality and a sense of commitment

What the school offers its staff

Exceptional development and networking opportunities

Free annual flu jab, eye test and allowance for glasses

Free confidential employee helpline. Available 24-7 through Health Assured

Up to 10% off all Pure Gyms

Up to 2 days paid emergency time off for dependents

Timetabled instructional coaching for all teachers

Cost of Blue Light Card can be claimed through expenses

Exclusive discounts, cashback and vouchers

Access to Wisdom app to support your mental health

- up to the value of £2,000

Generous public sector pension schemes for all staff

Family friendly policies and flexible working opportunities

Further details about the role

We are seeking an exceptional and ambitious teacher to lead our Computer Science and Business Studies Department from January 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced middle leader or a talented teacher ready to take the next step into leadership. The successful candidate will teach Computer Science across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5and Business Studies across Key Stages 4 and 5, while leading curriculum development, teaching and learning, assessment, and enrichment across both subject areas. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future direction and profile of Computer Science and Business within the College, inspiring students and colleagues toachieve the highest standards.

The Computer Science and Business Studies Department is acollaborative and supportive team of two teaching staff, committed to delivering an engaging and ambitious curriculum across both subjects.

The department offers a broad, engaging and academically ambitious curriculum that equips students with the knowledge, skillsand confidence to succeed in an increasingly digital and commercial world.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.