Head of Computer Science and IT - ref. e55949003
Applications from all faiths are welcomed*
COMPUTER SCIENCE and IT at Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College
We are looking for an inspirational and visionary individual to the full-time post of Head of Computer Science & IT, who can build on the academic success of the subject area, to lead and further develop the team. This post has become available following the retirement of our long serving Head of Department.Computer Science and IT are known as The Digital department, which is high performing within our Outstanding College. The department offers a breadth of provision including A Level Computer Science (AQA), Level 3 BTEC Games Design, T Level Digital and Level 2 CTEC IT.
We are looking for an experienced teacher of A Level Computer Science to lead and further develop the team. You will be someone who has the drive and enthusiasm to provide a high quality and challenging learning experience for our students whilst also ensuring a supportive and encouraging environment.
The Digital provision in the college is responsive to local and national skills needs, progressive in its offer and has steadily seen student numbers grow over the last five years. In 2020 the department launched our highly successful Digital T Level delivered in our industry standard accommodation with industry standard specialist resources.
Leeds is often described as the ‘Digital Nexus of the North’ and we are particularly pleased to have secured industry placements with specialised prominent digital employers. The department is lively, dynamic and progressive in terms of its approaches to delivering the specifications we currently offer with a wealth of experience and professional knowledge.
Ideally you will have a track record of success teaching on A Level Computer Science. You should also be committed to exploring the new AAQ qualifications and how these could further compliment the student offer, whilst also addressing the much-needed digital provision for the city and beyond.
Please note the post also attracts a Golden Hello payment of £2,500, which would be paid as a one-off lump sum to the successful candidate upon commencing employment (this payment is subject to the successful candidate remaining at the College for at least two years)
This post is on an Extended contract of 210 days per year. (To enrol new students starting GCSE results Day)
The College is committed to Safeguarding and promotes the welfare of young people and expects all staff, students and volunteers to share this commitment.
In promoting equality, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Protection of Children and Young Persons procedures. If you are selected for interview you will be required to consent to the necessary enquiries being made.
Further information including the full job description and person spec can be found in the post description (detailed in the Applicant Information pack).
Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 06 May 2025.
It is intended that interviews will take place week commencing Tuesday 06 May 2025
We would appreciate no speculative enquiries from employment agencies at this stage.