Holme Grange School
Wokingham
Salary:
Competitive depending on relevant qualifications and experience for the role.
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
10 October 2025
Job overview
Holme Grange is a successful, traditional yet innovative Independent School with a real soul. We aim to stimulate intellectual curiosity and encourage pupils to embrace challenge. We have high expectations, for ourselves and our pupils. Pastoral care is the responsibility of every member of staff and is one of the many strengths of the School.
Holme Grange is a co-educational school for pupils aged 2-16 and currently operates a four-form entry from Years 7-11. We have forward-thinking staff, and we are looking for someone to join us who is willing to contribute ideas and enthusiasm, to motivate and inspire, and to strive to provide the finest education, care and opportunity for our pupils.
Our GCSE results are excellent, with 59% of grades at 9-7 and a 96% pass rate in summer 2025.
Holme Grange has seen considerable investment in Information Technology in recent years. ICT is taught as a discrete subject throughout the school from the age of 3 with further use made of ICT resources by teachers in other subject lessons. We are seeking an excellent Head of Computer Science to deliver outstanding lessons across the school and lead colleagues across the school who teach ICT.
We are a well-resourced school. Pupils have access to a 40 workstation ICT Suite, multiple trolleys of iPads and over 300 Chromebooks. All classrooms are equipped with an Interactive Whiteboard plus projector connected to a laptop or a Desktop PC.
The school uses SharePoint plus a range of media to communicate & market the school as well as to teach pupils. Pupils in the senior school work with 1:1 devices and we use Microsoft as the vehicle for doing so. We are also lucky to have some 3D printers. The school's MIS is Engage alongside other staff systems.
The successful applicant will be an exemplary practitioner with excellent interpersonal and team working skills. If you are dedicated and energetic, we offer a delightful working environment which is well-resourced. Professional development opportunities are available and encouraged. The skills and knowledge to teach Computer Science to GCSE are a requirement.
A willingness to play a full part in the extra-curricular and pastoral life of our happy and vibrant school is essential. Holme Grange has its own salary scale.
Holme Grange is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for all jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level. A Prohibition Check is also carried out. Holme Grange School is an equal opportunities employer.
Pre-application visits welcomed – please contact the HR Department to book a time. Full details and application form available at or by telephoning
Applications will only be accepted by completion of an application form which should be submitted with a letter of application to the Headteacher, Mrs Pippa Adams.
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About Holme Grange School
Holme Grange School
Heathlands Road, Wokingham
Berkshire
RG40 3AL
United Kingdom
Holme Grange School is an independent school for girls and boys aged 2-16 years. Set in 21 acres of Wokingham countryside, we offer a unique educational journey in an idyllic setting; delivering a creative experience, sporting prowess and academic excellence.
Our pupils are prepared to succeed in an ever changing, competitive world. We offer challenge, we strive to inspire, develop confidence, provide opportunity and realise potential in every child. We are committed to providing the very best education. The ethos throughout the school is one of warmth and friendliness - questioning; divergent thinking and the freedom to learn from mistakes are all encouraged. Pupils are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning, develop good work habits and gain a sense that learning can thrill and invigorate. Life in our school is a journey of exploration, and discovery. Academic standards are excellent. Physical health, emotional well-being, moral understanding and an appreciation of culture and the arts, science and the humanities all form part of the core curriculum. When a child leaves us, they will be well-prepared for the world – self-confident, sociable and articulate – with many special memories of their time here.
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