Curriculum Lead for Computing

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and forward-thinking Curriculum Lead for Computing to join a high-performing secondary school. Starting in September 2025, this leadership role offers the chance to shape and develop the Computing curriculum across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, within a supportive and ambitious environment.

The role

As the Curriculum Lead for Computing, you will teach across all key stages and take on key responsibilities such as curriculum planning, assessment, marking, and the delivery of high-quality learning experiences. This is an ideal position for an experienced teacher looking to step into a curriculum leadership role or for a current lead seeking a fresh challenge.

The Computing department is committed to equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to thrive in today’s technology-driven world. With digital literacy more important than ever, the curriculum fosters confident, creative, and responsible use of technology. Students are taught not only how to master technical skills but also how to apply them safely and purposefully in everyday life and future employment.

The Curriculum Lead will guide a dedicated team, ensuring that teaching and learning empower students to use technology effectively, both in school and in the world beyond.

The ideal Curriculum Lead for computing will

• Be an experienced Computing teacher with a track record of delivering excellent lessons
• Have the ability to teach Computing across KS3–KS5, including GCSE and A Level
• Demonstrate leadership potential and the vision to develop and innovate the curriculum
• Be committed to raising standards and driving student achievement
• Share the school’s belief in high expectations, traditional values, and a modern, student-centred approach to learning
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

The School

This is a leading-edge, high-achieving boys’ school with a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and a track record of success well above national averages. Staff here are empowered to collaborate within their departments, sharing resources to allow planning time to focus on refinement rather than reinvention. Good practice is regularly shared, and all teachers contribute to the ongoing development of a rich, engaging curriculum. Students benefit from consistently high expectations, a vibrant programme of extra-curricular activities, and a school culture rooted in traditional values.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed Computing Teacher to make a significant impact in a thriving school. Early applications are encouraged.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.