Head of Business Studies and Computer Science

Head of Business Studies and Computer Science

What skills and experience we're looking for

Holds a DfE recognised teaching qualification together with Qualified TeacherStatus

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 ofachievement.

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

Ability to teach Computer Science across KS3, KS4 and KS5 and BusinessStudies across KS4 and KS5

Demonstrate a sound understanding of the qualities of good teaching andeffective 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 ofteaching across the key stages.

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

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

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 andexperiences with others

Excellent attendance, punctuality and a sense of commitment

What the school offers its staff

Exceptional development and networking opportunitiesFree 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

Cyclescheme.co.uk - 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 ourComputer Science and Business Studies Department from January 2027.

This is anexciting opportunity for an experienced middle leader or a talentedteacher ready to take the next step into leadership. The successfulcandidate will teach Computer Science across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5and Business Studies across Key Stages 4 and 5, while leadingcurriculum development, teaching and learning, assessment, andenrichment across both subject areas. This is a unique opportunityto shape the future direction and profile of Computer Science andBusiness 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 bothsubjects.

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

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.