Subject Leader of Computer Science
Location: Rochdale Sixth Form College, College Road, Rochdale, OL12 6HY
Start Date: August 2026
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Sixth Form Colleges Association Teachers Pay Spine, up to L1 £60,449
Rochdale Sixth Form College, part of the Altus Education Partnership, is seeking to appoint an exceptional Subject Leader of Computer Science. RSFC offers AQA A-Level Computer Science to around 140 students across Years 12 and 13. The department has secured outstanding recent outcomes, including a 100% pass rate in 2025 and significant improvements in high grades and progression to top universities.
About the Role
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading and developing the Computer Science curriculum
* Line managing and supporting teaching staff
* Driving outstanding teaching and learning
* Monitoring student progress and achievement
* Promoting innovation and sharing best practice
* Contributing to whole-college improvement
Our central purpose is to help our students realise their academic potential. We believe every young person has the potential to succeed and devote ourselves to improving student achievement, through an unceasing focus upon learning and teaching and student support.
What We Offer
* A high-achieving and respectful student cohort
* State-of-the-art laboratories and resources tailored for A Level teaching
* Excellent CPD opportunities, including subject-specific training and leadership pathways
* A supportive leadership team and a collegiate working environment
* The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people
Who We’re Looking For
* Holds a relevant degree and PGCE with QTS/QTLS
* Is a passionate and inspiring Computer Science teacher
* Has a strong track record of excellent A-Level results
* Is an outstanding classroom practitioner
* Can lead, motivate and develop colleagues
* Has high expectations and a commitment to student success
Above all, you will share our belief that every young person can succeed.
You will be joining RSFC at a very exciting time in its development and there are always opportunities for career progression for hardworking and resilient colleagues.
Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.
Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.
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