About the Role A talented Head of Department for ICT is needed to lead Computer Science at an 'outstanding' all-girls school in Islington (permanent, September). The role involves significantly contributing to high GCSE and A-level progress, developing the curriculum, and fostering a love of Computer Science in girls to increase GCSE participation and introduce A-levels. Proven experience in raising student achievement is essential. Responsibilities Provide strong leadership and management for the ICT department. Develop, refine, and implement a high-quality Computer Science curriculum and pedagogy across Key Stages 3 and 4, with a view to A-Level introduction. Lead and support colleagues to improve the progress of students in Computer Science. Foster a love of coding and Computer Science sciences both in and outside of the classroom. Champion digital literacy across the school. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning within the department. Contribute to the school’s extensive enrichment programme. Understand the context of the school community and develop strategies to support all students to be successful. Requirements An ambitious, highly skilled teacher of Computer Science. Demonstrable experience of improving the progress of students. The skillset to develop and refine a Computer Science curriculum and pedagogy. Ability to foster confidence and joy for girls and young women in their learning of Computer Science. An understanding of the context of an inner-city school community. High ambition for students and staff. Excellent and reflective practitioner, ideally with successful experience of teaching both GCSE and potentially A-level. Skills to review and further improve a Computer Science curriculum and to lead digital literacy across the school. A team player willing to contribute to the school’s extensive enrichment programme. Benefits Inner London Payscale (Leadership Scale, dependent on experience). An exceptional learning environment. A highly regarded research-based internal learning and teaching development programme. A firm commitment to the wellbeing of staff, including generous PPA time, wellbeing time, later starts after parents’ evenings, and a half day at the end of each term. A generous pension scheme. Reduced London-wide gym membership. Cycle to work scheme. Interest-free travel season ticket loans. Employee assistance programme. Computer purchase scheme. About the School This is an ‘outstanding’, oversubscribed, and exceptionally high-achieving 11-18 all-girls’ community school, enviably located in Islington. The school focuses on the holistic child and pupils respond extremely well to the challenge of becoming independent learners. The school actively celebrates and promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. There is a strong track record of academic excellence and a calm, focused learning environment. The school strives for excellence in all aspects of its work and has a research-led approach to pedagogy. Apply Now! If you are an ambitious Head of Department for ICT looking to develop your career in a highly supportive and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply.