Head of Computer Science

Guilsborough Academy, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN6 8QE

5 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st January 2027

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  14 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (FTE) TLR2a £3,527 plus *£1,000 Welcome Bonus *Terms and Conditions apply

Head of Computer Science job summary

Guilsborough Academy is seeking an ambitious, passionate and forward-thinking Head of Computer Science to lead our thriving department and inspire students in an ever-evolving digital world.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher, or an aspiring middle leader ready to take the next step, to shape the vision of Computer Science across the Academy. You will play a key role in developing an engaging curriculum, driving high standards of achievement and fostering students' enthusiasm for Computer Science.

As Head of Computer Science, you will:

• Lead the strategic development of Computer Science across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.
• Inspire and support students to achieve exceptional outcomes.
• Drive innovation in teaching and learning within the department.
• Monitor and improve curriculum delivery, assessment and progress.
• Support, coach and develop colleagues within the team.
• Promote enrichment opportunities that bring Computer Science to life beyond the classroom.

New employees benefit from a fully supported induction and training programme, including regular mentoring and comprehensive academy wide training.

Are you intrigued? Do you have the drive and determination to contribute to the further wider development of our Academy? Do you want to work for an organisation that has the wellbeing of staff and students at its heart, alongside fantastic employee benefits? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Visits to the Academy are warmly welcomed. To come and see us in action, please contact our HR team to arrange a suitable time on hr@guilsborough.northants.sch.uk or 01604 740641.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS, reference, identity and medical checks are mandatory for all posts within Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust. Our safeguarding and Child Protection policy is available here. We are also committed to meeting the requirements of disability discrimination and other legislation.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Guilsborough Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1198 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Guilsborough Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/guilsborough-academy

Guilsborough Academy is situated in idyllic Northamptonshire countryside, Guilsborough Academy is a supportive and friendly school which aims to fulfil our mission statement: learning without limits. We are easily accessible from the M1/M6 and A14 in just five minutes, offer outstanding professional development entitlement and provide superb resources.

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