Head of Computing

Epping St John's Church of England School, Epping, Essex, CM16 5JB

17 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  22 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  5 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Computing
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £35,602.00 Annually (FTE) Main scale plus Additional Allowance of TLR 2A (£8,521) and excellent benefits

Head of Computing job summary

About the Role

Epping St. John’s Church of England School is seeking an ambitious and inspirational Head of Computing to lead and develop our Computing department. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding teacher and leader to shape the strategic direction of Computing across the school, driving high standards of teaching and learning and ensuring students develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to thrive in a digital world.

As Head of Computing, you will lead curriculum development, champion excellent classroom practice and support students to achieve exceptional outcomes. You will also play a key role in the wider life of the school, contributing to school improvement and helping to inspire the next generation of learners.

About You

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Computing specialist who is committed to delivering an exceptional educational experience for all students. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner with the ability to motivate and challenge students of all abilities, alongside the leadership skills needed to develop colleagues and drive departmental improvement.

Whether you are an experienced Head of Department or an aspiring middle leader ready for the next step in your career, you will bring enthusiasm, high expectations and a desire to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people.

About the School

Epping St. John’s Church of England School is a welcoming and ambitious school at the heart of the local community. Guided by our Christian values, we are committed to ensuring every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

We combine high academic expectations with a strong focus on personal development, providing students with a broad range of opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. Our staff are dedicated, supportive and committed to creating an environment where every young person can flourish.

About the Trust

As part of BMAT Education, we belong to a family of schools united by a shared commitment to educational excellence and social mobility. Our vision is to work together to remove barriers to success and ensure every child develops into a confident, high-achieving and independent individual.

Being part of BMAT provides access to a wide network of expertise, collaboration opportunities and professional development, enabling staff to learn from colleagues across the Trust and develop rewarding careers.

Why Join BMAT?

We value our staff and are committed to supporting both their wellbeing and career development. As a member of the BMAT team, you will benefit from:

• Enhanced and flexible PPA
• Generous Teachers' Pension Scheme contributions
• Private healthcare benefits, including 24/7 GP access
• Home and technology salary sacrifice schemes
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Lifestyle and retail discounts
• Workplace nursery fee salary sacrifice scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Free on-site parking

Join us and play a key role in shaping the future of Computing education while developing your career within a supportive, ambitious and forward-thinking Trust.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy and appoint before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be identified. Early application is therefore strongly advised.

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

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

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 Epping St John's Church of England School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1036 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Epping St John's Church of England School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/epping-st-johns-church-of-england-school

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