Head Of Computing

2 days ago


Co West Midlands, United Kingdom SMART Education Recruitment Full time

Job Title: Head of Computing
Pay Rate: MPS/UPS - up to £49,084 + SEN £2,679 + TLR2b £5,947
Location: Birmingham
Hours: Full-time

Smart Education is currently recruiting for a Head of Computing to work at a school in Birmingham. Many of our young people have complex medical needs and many have been out of education for a significant period prior to joining the school.

Benefits of working as a Head of Computing:

  1. Competitive salary
  2. Opportunities for professional development and CPD training
  3. Collaborative work environment with dedicated support
  4. Comprehensive benefits package including holiday pay
  5. Leadership opportunities within a supportive academy

Job Requirements for the Head of Computing position:

Qualifications: Relevant teaching qualifications and certifications
Experience: Proven experience in delivering and developing Computing & ICT curricula across KS3, KS4, and KS5
Skills: Strong leadership, curriculum design, and staff development skills

Responsibilities:

  1. Monitor and ensure the effective delivery of Computing & ICT schemes of work
  2. Collaborate with Primary Lead teachers to create a cohesive curriculum feeding into KS3
  3. Develop innovative and progressive Computing & ICT curricula supported by extracurricular activities
  4. Support the delivery of Computing & ICT in hospital settings
  5. Lead subject meetings and provide training for teaching staff
  6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of educational initiatives and coach colleagues accordingly
  7. Work with Centre Leadership teams to enhance the skills of TAs
  8. Regularly meet with the IT team and DPO to support the academy-wide IT strategy
  9. Identify and lead efficiency initiatives

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Coordinate curriculum delivery and development
  2. Advise on policy related to the Computing & ICT curriculum
  3. Participate in preparation for public examinations and assessments
  4. Monitor and review curriculum delivery and assessment regularly
  5. Ensure all students receive an appropriate curriculum
  6. Monitor and report individual student progress
  7. Enhance teaching practices within the academy
  8. Keep up to date with subject developments and liaise with external agencies
  9. Ensure statutory requirements of the National Curriculum are met
  10. Participate in staff recruitment processes
  11. Organise and chair team meetings
  12. Act as a team leader for appraisals
  13. Manage physical and financial resources efficiently
  14. Develop effective communication within the academy and with external stakeholders
  15. Prepare reports for the Trustee Board and Principal
  16. Undertake classroom teaching duties as required
  17. Attend Extended Leadership meetings
  18. Maintain compliance with ICT policies and legislation
  19. Manage leadership and trustee-commissioned projects
  20. Promote and safeguard the welfare of children
  21. Support inclusive practice and promote diversity and equality
  22. Follow data protection procedures and maintain confidentiality
  23. Uphold the academy's vision, aims, and ethical leadership framework

About Smart Education:
Smart Education are a specialist Education and Early Years agency, we recruit for permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND, Nursery Nurse and Tutors.
SMART EDUCATION is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offense to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity to children.

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