Overview
Digital Learning Lead and Teacher of Computer Science role at Guardian Jobs for Ark Victoria Academy. This position involves leading the school-wide digital literacy strategy and teaching Computer Science within our Computing Department in the secondary phase.
About The Role
Reporting to: Assistant Headteacher and Curriculum Director of Computing
Start Date: January 2026
Location: Ark Victoria Academy, Talbot Way, Small Heath, Birmingham, B10 0HJ
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time, Term-time only
Salary: Ark Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale (£32,251 - £51,051 per annum)
Plus TLR 2B £5,644 per annum
Closing Date: 9th October 2025 at 11am
Role Summary
We are seeking an innovative Digital Learning Lead and Teacher of Computer Science to join our Computing Department in the secondary phase. You will oversee the whole school vision for digital literacy across both secondary and primary and ensure the implementation of a successful and innovative programme. You will quality assure the teaching of IT skills across the curriculum and ensure a high quality e-safety programme. You will oversee the use of online platforms across the school including Microsoft Teams, Century Tech, SPArk and Seneca and our remote teaching and learning policy and practices. You will be responsible for staff IT skills training and will liaise with the operational IT department to ensure joined up thinking across the school. You will regularly monitor and analyse whole school patterns of device and learning app usage so pupils do not go without. You will work closely with Senior Leaders to lead on whole school strategy. You will be a fantastic motivator and will inspire students to achieve and exceed grades. You will be aligned to Ark’s high aspirations and expectations for pupils and staff and have demonstrable evidence of improving outcomes.
Our values underpin all we do, and you will champion Ark Victoria’s pledge of Ambitious, Resilient and Kind while living by the Ark ethos and six pillars that enable our mission.
The Successful Candidate Will
* be instrumental in our mission to provide every student a great education and real choices in life, regardless of their background
* be experienced in designing, implementing and evaluating effective, imaginative and stimulating Schemes of Work
* have an excellent understanding of both subject and general teaching pedagogy
Benefits
* Comprehensive coaching and professional development for all staff
* Twice the number of training days as standard
* Wellbeing Wednesdays
* On-site fitness suite
* Ark Rewards scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
* Interest-free loans up to £5,000 for season tickets or bicycles
* Gym discounts up to 40%
Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/
About Us
Ark Victoria Academy provides pupils with an excellent education through an ambitious curriculum, personal development and a strong student experience with extensive extra-curricular opportunities. The academy values Ambition, Resilience and Kindness and adheres to Ark’s six pillars and ethos. The school was judged to be significantly improved in all areas by Ofsted in October 2024. Safeguarding and inclusion are core commitments.
Safeguarding
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees require an enhanced DBS check. Applicants must disclose any unspent convictions or relevant information as part of the recruitment process, and non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment.
Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on response. Early submission is encouraged.
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