Head of Computer Science

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Degree or equivalent qualification

Experience

• Outstanding classroom teacher and tutor
• Sustained performance securing very good student outcomes
• Ability to teach Computer Science to KS4
• Ability to teach Computer Science to A‑Level

Skills & Knowledge

• Effective planning for practical lessons to support outstanding delivery
• Confidence in own ability to be effective and take on challenges
• Ability to relate well to students, colleagues, parents and Trustees
• Effective behaviour management
• Support students in maintaining high standards
• Efficient, effective administrative, organisational and personal management skills

Personal Attributes

• Inspire, challenge and motivate
• Positive approach with a desire to succeed
• Energy, enthusiasm and perseverance
• Reliability and integrity
• Good interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and manner
• Commitment to individual personal development
• Capacity to work hard, under pressure, to meet deadlines and manage time effectively
• Good record of attendance
• Adaptable and amenable regarding working practices
• Ability to work independently and in a team, take a collaborative approach
• Build supportive working relationships with colleagues
• Commitment to supporting the full life of the school
• Suitable to work with children

Commitment to Development and Policies

• Commit to own development through effective use of School's CPD processes
• Understand and comply with School policies and procedures (child protection, health & safety, welfare, security, diversity & equality, confidentiality, data protection)
• Work collaboratively with wider organisation and act in the interests of the school at all times
• Support the delivery of School’s strategy as it relates to this post

Equal Opportunities

• A commitment to inclusive education

Professional Development

• Research‑led CPD programmes tailored to individual aspirations
• Full induction programme for all new staff
• ECTs have a lower teaching load, timetabled mentoring sessions and a full programme of training and induction activities
• Unlimited access to the National College CPD platform
• Additional INSET day at the beginning of the academic year dedicated to teacher planning and preparation
• No lesson judgements policy ensures lesson observations are developmental and supportive
• One INSET day a year dedicated to moderation and curriculum preparation

Staff Welfare

• Data capture is measured and timely – progress reported home three times a year
• Minimal written reports
• No requirement for teachers to submit lesson plans for observations
• Teaching staff required to do a maximum of one twenty‑minute duty each week
• Supportive yet challenging governance
• Support for staff family‑related leave requests and additional leave policy
• Teaching load of 43/50 one‑hour periods per fortnight max

Support

• School calendar planned across the year
• In‑house cover supervision team
• Comprehensive pastoral team
• Highly effective proactive support staff
• Marketing, Events and Visits team

Benefits

• School budgets ensuring incremental pay rise
• Cycle to work scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• Occupational health support
• Priority admission for staff children
• Employee Discount Scheme (multiple retailers – Kent Reward Scheme)
• Opportunity to perform paid lunch‑time duties (with free lunch)
• Free annual flu vaccination
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free tea and coffee in staff room
• On‑site canteen offering hot meals and salad bar
• Enrichment activities opportunities such as theatre visits
• Flexible working opportunities
• Free on‑site parking
• Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme

Environment

• Pleasant working environment with well‑behaved students
• Eleven acres of school grounds set in Green Belt land at Tonbridge Campus

Further details about the role

• Employment Status: Permanent
• Full‑Time / Part‑Time: Full Time
• Salary: MPS/UPS plus TLR2b £6,068 per annum
• Start Date: 1st September 2026

About the post

• Lead on Computer Science teaching and learning across all Key Stages
• Collaborate with the dedicated and enthusiastic Computer Science team to engage and excite students across all year groups
• Support the development of students into independent learners capable of creative thinking
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of teaching practice and curriculum delivery
• Encourage students to pursue further study in Computer Science and IT related subjects at university

Safeguarding

• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults
• All staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with safeguarding procedures

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