Head of Computing (0.7 - 0.76 FTE)

Computing sits at the heart of our vision for digital innovation. We deliver specialist computing lessons from Year 3 through to Upper Sixth, ensuring every student develops confidence, creativity, and strong foundations in technology.

Due to a change in career path for our existing post holder, we are seeking an outstanding Part-Time Head of Computing to lead and develop this thriving and ambitious department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate educator to provide strategic leadership, shape a forward-thinking curriculum, and support the highest standards of teaching and learning across the whole school.

You will play a key role in driving innovation in computing education, embedding digital literacy, and preparing learners for the demands of a rapidly evolving technological world.

This role is ideal for a motivated professional looking to combine leadership responsibility with a flexible working pattern.

The Department

You will lead a department that extends far beyond the classroom. From Scratch Club in Key Stage 2 to five competitive robotics teams, including FIRST® LEGO® League and FIRST® Tech Challenge, you will champion hands-on learning through cutting-edge technology. You will also oversee our Robot Academy for external pupils in Years 5 and 6, strengthening links with the wider community and promoting the school as a centre of excellence in computing education.

Our curriculum includes OCR GCSE and A-Level Computer Science, supported by a vibrant enrichment programme. Under your leadership, students will continue to compete in prestigious national and international challenges such as Bebras, CyberFirst Girls, the National Cipher Challenge, Cyber Explorers, CAS Physical Computing Competitions and the BAFTA Young Game Designer Awards. We also participate in space-focused initiatives including the ESA Astro Pi Mission Zero and Space Labs, offering exciting opportunities for STEM outreach and innovation.

We are proud to be an NCCE I Belong accredited school, reflecting our strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in computing. As Head of Department, you will play a key role in championing equality of opportunity, widening participation and embedding inclusive practice across the curriculum.

From Year 6 upwards, we operate a 1:1 device policy with Windows laptops provided through our school scheme. Our facilities include a specialist computing lab in Prep and Pre-Prep, and two dedicated classrooms in the Senior Department: one equipped with desktop machines and the other with hubs for students to connect their own devices.

You will also have access to an extensive range of physical computing resources, including class sets of BBC micro:bits with Inventor Kits, Crumble Controllers with robotics expansion packs, and dedicated robotics kits for team projects and competitions.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of computing education, lead innovative projects and help students achieve extraordinary things., The School is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best staff and ensuring that our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community.

Do you have experience in Leadership?

DH1-9 Salary Scale (£31,706.17 - £45,388.40) plus Responsibility allowance R4 (£1442) and a 3-lesson remission from the teaching timetable.

Safeguarding and Safer recruitment

Durham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and Prohibition from teaching and management check.

In addition, as part of the shortlisting process, Durham High School will carry out an online search on the shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence, as per the governments 'Keeping Children Safe in Education ' document (September 2024)., The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Being part of a fantastically vibrant and supportive community with the most amazing and enthusiastic pupils
• Super facilities and small class sizes
• Royal London defined contribution pension scheme
• Staff Laptop
• Free onsite parking
• Lunch provided each day during term time
• Up to 50% staff fee remission scheme for staff children from Reception to Sixth Form
• Employee assistance programme (Education Support)
• Blue Light reward card
• Access to school counsellor

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £31,706.17-£45,388.40 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking