Haydon School is a large, friendly and ambitious secondary school in North West London, where staff are valued, supported and encouraged to innovate. Judged “Good” by OFSTED, we are proud of our inclusive ethos, strong sense of community and commitment to high‑quality teaching and learning.
We are seeking an inspirational and forward‑thinking Head of Computing to lead and develop our Computing department. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious middle leader or experienced teacher ready to take the next step in their career and shape a curriculum that prepares students for an increasingly digital world.
The successful candidate will have the vision, energy and leadership skills to drive excellence across Computing, inspire students of all abilities and support colleagues in delivering engaging and innovative lessons. You will play a key role in curriculum development, raising achievement and promoting a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.
What we can offer
* A supportive and collaborative leadership team
* A strong whole‑school focus on staff wellbeing and professional development
* Excellent performance development and career progression opportunities
* A culture of developmental lesson observations rather than grading
* Enthusiastic, respectful and motivated students
* A well‑resourced and forward‑thinking department
* Opportunities to shape and develop the Computing curriculum across Key Stages
* Access to high‑quality CPD and leadership development programmes
* A welcoming and inclusive school community with a strong team ethos
What you can offer
* A passionate and innovative Computing specialist
* The ability to teach Computing across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the ability to teach A Level desirable
* Proven experience of delivering high‑quality teaching and securing strong student outcomes
* The ability to inspire, motivate and develop both students and colleagues
* Strong organisational, leadership and communication skills
* Commitment to inclusive education and high expectations for all learners
* The drive to lead curriculum development and raise standards across the department
Reasons to work at Haydon school
* All teaching staff get a laptop
* Two‑week October half‑term holiday
* More generous upper pay scale
* Automatic pay progression up the main teaching pay scale
* High potential for career progression
* Department offices
* Only one directed meeting per week
* Meeting free weeks spaced out throughout the year and an encouragement to leave work early
* Flexible personalised CPD programme
* Subsidies for appropriate academic studies
* Discounted on‑site nursery places
* Staff social events
* Free on‑site flu vaccinations
* Long service award – Enjoy a well deserved day off with full pay during term time
* Free subscription to the Employee Assistance Programme for individual advice/counselling
* Free access to the Education Support Partnership for advice on work and personal matters
* Flexible working opportunities. Approx. 20% of teachers are part‑time
* Family friendly Leave of Absence policy
* Balanced and well planned calendar – deadlines and parents evenings are well spaced out
* Only three data drops per year group per year and no written reports
* Email curfew (no evening, weekend and holiday emails)
* Wide variety of extracurricular activities
* Opportunity to accompany students on trips in UK and abroad
* Working area in staff room with computers and printers
* Ample car parking on site
* Free tea and coffee
* Photocopiers in all subject areas
* Use of apps to reduce workload and increase collaborative sharing e.g. Bromcom, SAMpeople, Google Drive
* Centralised data analysis department
* Support with exams – the school will pay exam fees and allow the exam to be taken at the school
* Receipt of personal deliveries to school
* Well‑being awareness days
* Induction days for all teaching staff before starting work
* ECTs all have a subject specialist mentor and a teacher buddy
* Annual staff survey
* Sabbatical and career break leave policy
* Staff garden
* Access to a well‑equipped gym
* Non graded lesson observations
* Discounted membership at nearby Gym and Leisure Centre
* Opportunity to lead whole school projects
* Governor afternoon tea events for staff feedback
This is an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant and ambitious school community where innovation, collaboration and professional growth are actively encouraged. We have a very large sixth form and encourage our staff to teach to A‑level.
Probation periods apply for both Teaching and non‑teaching staff.
Haydon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment.
To promote a safe environment for students, Haydon School employs a strict selection and recruitment policy which includes all statutory checks on staff and regular volunteers including Enhanced DBS (disclosure and barring service) checks.
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