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Head of Department - Computing

Newhouse Academy, Heywood, Lancashire, OL10 2NT

This job expired on 18 May 2026 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  18 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Computing
• Working pattern: Full time: Full time equivalent
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS / UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2C £8,611

What skills and experience we're looking for

Head of Department: Computing

Shape the Future of Computing at Newhouse Academy

Are you a visionary teacher ready to lead, and inspire the future of computing at an academy ambitious for the future of its staff and students?

We are not just teaching Computing - we are building the future workforce of Greater Manchester. We are seeking a bold, forward-thinking Head of Department to spearhead our strategy, deepen our high-profile industry partnerships, and ignite a passion for computing in our students.

The Opportunity: Beyond the Classroom

This isn't just a leadership role; it’s a platform for impact. As a key player in the Greater Manchester "MBacc" initiative (led by Mayor Andy Burnham), we are at the forefront of the technical education revolution.

By joining us, you will:

• Drive Innovation: Lead the curriculum and digital transformation of our department, ensuring our students are learning the skills that industry demands today and tomorrow.

• Build Strategic Partnerships: Be the face of Newhouse Academy, strengthening our collaboration with regional industry leaders.

• Mentor and Grow: You will be supported by, and work alongside, established experts from the academy. We have lead practitioners and Assistant Headteachers whose specialisms in computing can be used to support your development. We work together sharing best practices, elevating the standard of teaching.

Who You Are

We are looking for a leader with character who values excellence as much as empathy. You are:

• An Inspiring Leader: You have the ability to build, nurture, and grow high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration.

• A Strategic Thinker: Identify opportunities through the use of data and other performance metrics.

• A Champion for Inclusivity: You are committed to student wellbeing and ensuring that every learner - regardless of background - has the support they need to succeed.

• An ambitious Leader: drive performance, and ensure every student has an ambitious progression route.

• Values-Driven: You embody our core pillars: Aspiration, Integrity, and Respect.

What the school offers its staff

Why Newhouse Academy?

• Top-Tier Facilities: You will work with new equipment designed to give students a competitive edge.

• Proven Excellence: We are proud winners of the “Careers Mark,” a testament to our dedication to our students’ future and links to industry.

• Ambitious Environment: You are joining a school with a bold, sector-leading vision for technical subjects. Our students want to be here, and they are hungry for the opportunities you will create. All supported by a new £25 million building, which included an IT infrastructure upgrade.

• Thinking about your first leadership role? We have all been there and the depth of expertise you will be able to pull from at Newhouse Academy should be an exciting prospect.

Join the Team

If you are a dynamic computing professional who thrives on strategy, innovation, and developing the next generation of computing specialists, we want to meet you.

Ready to build the bold future of Computing at Newhouse Academy and become one of “Our People?” Book a visit and come for a look around to see what we are talking about.

We encourage you to get in touch to arrange a visit to come and see our facilities and meet Our People. You can do this by emailingrecruitment@newhouseacademy.co.uk.

We offer:

• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension scheme

• Funded CPD for nationally recognised qualifications

• Internal coaching programme

• An optional health package which includes access to GP appointments, money back on; eye tests, prescriptions and more

• Free use of brand new gym facilities

• Staff activities, including a Wellbeing Café

• Free, on site staff car parking

Hours:Full time equivalent

Salary: (MPS / UPS Plus TLR 2C £8,611)£41,527 to £59,659(dependent on experience)

Contract type: Permanent

Start date: September 2026

Closing date for applications: Monday 18th May 2026 at 09.00am

Interviews: Will take place week commencing 18th May 2026

To apply for this position, please complete the application form and any supporting documents and email them to recruitment@newhouseacademy.co.uk by the closing date/time.

Newhouse Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The information requested for applicants is considered to be objectively justified to comply with government guidance on safer recruitment in such areas. Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring check.

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.

This job post has expired.

Additional documents

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

NHA-Candidate-App-Pack-HOD-Computing.pdf - 2.42 MB (opens in new tab)

About Newhouse Academy

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 980 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Newhouse Academy website
• Email address: recruitment@newhouseacademy.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/newhouse-academy

Improvements have only been achieved by working together on a clear vision and looking after our biggest asset, our staff. We started with WHY? Why should you want to work at Newhouse? The answer is, our people. We come to work to support our students and fellow colleagues. We create an environment of high expectations that means our people treat each other with respect. When you have a bad day, we have your back. We work hard together and develop leaders that in turn develop other leaders both at staffing and student level.

We enjoy our jobs but also understand that education can be a harsh environment, but by working as a team we can solve things together.

Arranging a visit to Newhouse Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@newhouseacademy.co.uk.

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