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Head of School: Computing and Digital Technologies
Head of School: Computing and Digital Technologies - REF 260284
We offer a competitive benefits package, including up to £18,466 per annum in employer pension contributions
Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, friendly and supportive culture and focus on putting the student at the heart of all that we do.
We value our staff and students highly, and invest heavily in their development, support and wellbeing. Situated in Leyland, Lancashire, the College is near the M6, M61 and M65 and within commuting distance of Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District.
We are inviting applications from highly successful curriculum managers or course leaders, from computing and digital technologies or other subject areas, to be the nextHead of School: Computing and Digital Technologies.
The Scool currently offers A Level, T Level, Vocational Level 3, Level 2, Level 1 and Adult courses, and leads the College's participation in the Ministry of Defence's Cyber Bursary Scheme. It also operates as a MEGA Hub for CyberFirst's engagement with local high schools.
The successful candidate will provide clear strategic and operational leadership to drive the next phase of the School's development. They will ensure an ambitious and responsive curriculum, aligned to sector developments and local, regional and national skills priorities, and secure consistently strong outcomes, positive destinations and aspriational futures for all learners.
Applicants are not required to be subject specialists in computing and digital technologies. We welcome applications from candidates with a strong track-record of high-quality leaner-centred and evidence-informed teaching, along with the leadership credibility to support and challenege a team of dedicated subject specialists to deliver sustained imporvement and change.
As a member of the College Management Team, the postholder will benefit from invaluable professional development and support, making this role suitable for successful course or team leaders seeking a wider and more strategic remit, as well as for more experienced leaders of broader curriculum areas.
Closing date for this post is 12 noon, Friday 13th March 2026
Runshaw College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly people with protected characteristics.
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