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Head of ICT and Computer Science Teacher, Southampton
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Client:
GSL Education
Location:
Southampton, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
4
Posted:
29.06.2025
Expiry Date:
13.08.2025
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Job Description:
Head of ICT and Computer Science Teacher – Southampton, Hampshire
Are you ready to lead innovation in education?
If so, GSL Education are currently hiring for a full-time Head of ICT and Computer Science Teacher to join a dynamic and supportive secondary school in Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity for a current Head of Department or an ambitious ICT/Computer Science Teacher ready to take the next step in their career. With interviews taking place over the coming weeks, the school encourages interested candidates to take part in a pre-interview school tour to get a feel for the environment.
Responsibilities:
* Lead the ICT and Computer Science department, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement.
* Design and implement an engaging and forward-looking curriculum that inspires students from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5.
* Support and mentor departmental staff, promoting professional growth and collaboration.
* Monitor and evaluate student progress, using data to drive improvements and inform planning.
* Contribute to whole-school leadership and development through strategic planning and innovation.
* Promote digital literacy and computational thinking across the wider school community.
Requirements:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a relevant subject (ICT/Computer Science).
* Proven track record of delivering outstanding results in ICT and computer science at the secondary level.
* Previous leadership experience or demonstrable potential to step into a Head of Department role.
* Strong understanding of the computing curriculum and emerging trends in digital education.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and team leadership skills.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
* Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Head of ICT and Computer Science Teacher’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school inSouthampton.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Head of ICT and Computer Science Teacher’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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