Head of Business Studies and Computing

The Holmesdale School, Snodland, Kent, ME6 5HS

12 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  6 May 2025 at 3pm

• Date listed

  23 April 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Head of department or curriculum
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subjects: Business studies, Computing
• Working pattern: Full time: Full time position
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £31,650 - £49,084
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2b (£5,651)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Exciting Leadership Opportunity: Head of Business Studies and Computing at a Thriving School.

Are you an experienced and talented leader passionate about shaping the future of Business Studies and Computing education? The Holmesdale School invites applications for the role of Head of Department.

Joining The Holmesdale School means becoming part of a vibrant and supportive community where your contributions are truly valued. We foster a stimulating and rewarding work environment, and we are committed to the professional growth of our staff through a range of excellent development opportunities.

Please visit https://www.holmesdale.kent.sch.uk/ for more about our school.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits include:

• Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Access to training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• On-site Parking

The Holmesdale School is part of Swale Academies Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust for school improvement. A well-established, 11-18 mixed secondary school in the community of Snodland, providing a safe environment where a high quality, ambitious curriculum is delivered. Staff are committed to improvement and supporting students in a culture that is safe and fully inclusive.

Further details about the role

If you are interested in this post and would like an informal discussion, please contact Louse Bates, PA to the Head of School at louise.bates@swale.at or 01634 240416.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach, or by submitting a completed application form to louise.bates@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2).

Interview Dates: As Soon As Possible

Candidates will be contacted if they are successfully shortlisted for interview.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

The Holmesdale School may complete an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, The Holmesdale School reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to louise.bates@swale.at

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

THS - Head of Bus Studies Computing - Recruitment Pack.pdf - 1.29 MB (opens in new tab)

About The Holmesdale School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 562 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Holmesdale School website
• Email address: louise.bates@swale.at
• Phone number: 01634 240416
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-holmesdale-school-snodland

Arranging a visit to The Holmesdale School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email louise.bates@swale.at.

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