Location: Stroud Pay: MPS/UPSStart Date: January 2025Role: Head of Department: Computer Science Your new companyHays Education is working with Stroud based Secondary School to recruit a Head of Department in Computer Science. The school is an 11-16 comprehensive school, located in an area of natural beauty, the school is very popular and has been graded 'Good' by Oftsed. This is a rare opportunity for a Computing specialist to join our middle leader team. Your new role
* The leadership and management of aspects of the teaching of Computing within the overall educational aims of the school.
* Maintaining the highest possible quality in teaching and learning in the faculty
* To manage all departmental resources to maximise learning and achievement.
* To contribute to the wider leadership and management within the school.
* To plan and evaluate lesson content, delivery strategies, differentiation and use of resources
What you'll need to succeed
* A PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification
* A relevant degree in computer science or a related field
* Experience of teaching computer science up to A level
* A strong knowledge of programming languages, such as Python, Java etc.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students
* An Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one
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