Head of Computer Science
The successful applicant will work closely with SLT to recruit and grow the departments as well as working with colleagues across the Trust to develop the curriculum and educational provision within Computer Science. We are looking for leaders who have the ambition and commitment to shape the school into an outstanding provider.
The post holder will work alongside the Senior Leadership Team in achieving the strategic vision of the school. Candidates will need to be visionary and creative in the decisions they make around suitable qualifications and in their subsequent implementation.The successful candidate will work hard to ensure that all children in the school achieve, whatever their starting point, and will be fully committed to going above and beyond to ensure our students receive the very best in terms of opportunity, education and care.
Archway Learning Trust, previously Bluecoat Academies Trust was formed in April 2014 as a result of the very long and successful history of Bluecoat Academy. We welcomed three further secondary schools in Derby to the Trust in 2021 and opened Bluecoat Aspley Academy, a secondary Free School in Nottingham in September 2021.
The successful candidate will be committed to the students and academy life and will possess the ability to communicate effectively and be able to raise the standards of learning for all of the students with whom they are required to work.
The growth and development of our Multi-Academy Trust makes this an excellent opportunity to join us, as we seek to serve a growing number of young people across the region.
In return, we can offer:
- Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions
- A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice
- Access to Teachers’ Pensions
- Access to discounted travel schemes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Comprehensive training and support
- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
- Eye care voucher scheme
- Free flu vaccine
- Access to e-learning and development
How to find out more
For more information about Archway Learning Trust and the vacancy, please visit our website via the apply button.
We would encourage you to refer to the job description and person specification, demonstrating your suitability for the role.
Closing date: Monday 10 March 2025.Interview date: w/c 10 March 2025.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references and any other statutory checks that are required for the post.We are an equal opportunities employer.