Lead Practitioner of Computer Science
Durham Sixth Form Centre, Durham, County Durham, DH1 1SG16 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
5 May 2025 at 8am
Date listed
11 April 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Head of department or curriculum
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: Full time (part-time will be considered)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- LP2 - LP6: £51,280 - £56,593
What skills and experience we're looking for
If you would like to discuss this role further or require any more information prior to making an application, please contact our recruitment partner Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited, James Hall on 0191 2613980 or email james.hall@hays.com
We are looking to recruit an exceptional Lead Practitioner - Computer Science to join our outstanding sixth form team — where innovation, ambition, and student success power everything we do.
At Durham Sixth Form Centre, we don’t just teach A Level Computer Science — we inspire tomorrow’s tech leaders, engineers, entrepreneurs and AI pioneers. With a thriving sixth form and a national reputation for academic excellence, this is your chance to shape something truly special.
What makes this role exciting?
Shape a high-achieving department where Computer Science is one of our fastest-growing subjects.
Inspire and stretch some of the brightest and most curious minds in post-16 education.
Drive excellence across the trust as a pedagogical leader, supporting colleagues and developing best practice in teaching and learning.
Support the development of cutting-edge tech and a future-facing curriculum aligned with university and industry needs.
Be part of a culture that celebrates creativity, rigour, and real-world application.
We are looking for someone who:
Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven track record of exceptional outcomes.
Has the ability to teach A Level Computer Science.
Has a passion for Computer Science that’s infectious and inspiring.
Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is ready to lead innovation and change.
Brings a deep understanding of pedagogy and curriculum design — and wants to share it!
Can engage learners from all backgrounds, unlocking their potential and raising aspirations.
Why choose us?
Join a high-performing sixth form where students achieve and exceed their potential.
Be part of a team that’s ambitious, supportive, and driven by purpose.
Benefit from personalised CPD, leadership coaching, and genuine career progression.
Enjoy access to university partnerships, STEM outreach, and enrichment opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom.
Join Durham Sixth Form Centre as Lead Practitioner - Computer Science. Inspire future tech leaders and drive academic excellence in a high-performing sixth form. We are located in the centre of Durham, which is around 20 minutes to Sunderland and 30 minutes to the centre of Newcastle.
Please remember this position is subject to being closed early so don’t hesitate and get in touch with our recruitment partner James Hall on 0191 2613980 or email james.hall@hays.com
What the school offers its staff
At our Trust, we deeply value the health and wellbeing of our staff, recognising that a happy, supported team is essential to delivering the best outcomes for our students. We are committed to fostering a positive working environment where staff feel cared for, empowered, and equipped to thrive both personally and professionally.
Further details about the role
The Person
Sets consistently high standards for themselves and others.
Communicates with clarity and precision, both in writing and through active, thoughtful listening.
Possesses exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively to deliver high-quality outcomes.
Acts as a positive ambassador for the school and Trust, embodying its core values and ethos.
Inspires and guides others with strong leadership, fostering a collaborative and motivated team environment.
Contributes enthusiastically to team efforts, showing adaptability and a willingness to go above and beyond.
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and team management abilities.
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Durham Sixth Form Centre
- School type
- Academy, ages 16 to 19
- Education phase
- Sixth_form_or_college
- School size
- 1619 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 16 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Durham Sixth Form Centre website
- Email address
- james.hall@hays.com
- Phone number
- 0191 2613980
Welcome to Durham Sixth Form Centre and thank you for your interest in the advertised post. I hope the following information gives you an insight into our school.
Durham Sixth Form Centre is a large post-16 provider based in the North East of England, with approximately 1,700 students on roll. We are situated in the middle of Durham City centre, a couple of minutes walk from both the bus and railway stations. Students generally enrol at Durham Sixth Form Centre from over 60 different secondary schools from
across County Durham, Sunderland and into Northumberland.
In 2017 we were graded an ‘outstanding’ post-16 academy, this is reflected in our recent Ofsted monitoring visit
report. Our students have an excellent record of success, which they work hard to achieve. Trends over time demonstrate the following headlines:
In academic qualifications:
● Progress (VA) has been consistently above the National Average (NA) and was graded above average in the
2025 performance tables.
● A level average point score (APS) is significantly above the NA and places us in the top 6% of schools and
colleges nationally.
● 71% of students achieved A*- B A level grades in the summer 2024.
In applied general qualifications:
● Progress (VA) has been consistently above the NA and was graded above average in the 2025 performance
tables.
● Overall attainment (APS) is consistently above the NA and is ranked in the top 2% of schools and Academies
nationally.
We recently celebrated 110 years in education. We are housed in various buildings, often referred to as a mini university setting. Our site comprises a 1913 former girls’ grammar school, which was converted to sixth form
accommodation in 1983. In addition to the original building, there is now a science specific wing; a 200 seated theatre; our Hunter resource centre; visual arts centre and Freeman’s Quay leisure centre. In 2019, we expanded further to include our digital media centre, which houses a grab-and-go café, conference facility, TV studio, small cinema room
and additional classroom space. We also have a dedicated Art Gallery on site, the Dead Dog Gallery, with an ever changing exhibition and community programme in place.
Through sustained effort, and a clear focus and direction, Durham Sixth Form Centre is a truly embracing and dynamic organisation. We are committed to promoting the principles of equal opportunities and we aspire to an environment where all our students and employees can develop their potential. We have a strong professional development
programme and have achieved CPD Mark accreditation, Investors in People Gold and Governor Mark among others. Our most recent Ofsted inspection report said ‘The Headteacher and the highly skilled leadership team have established a culture in which students flourish and grow. Consequently, there is a healthy appetite for learning and achievement in an environment that demands high expectations for academic, vocational and personal excellence’.
Our academy operates according to the Values of our Trust which we feel help to determine the culture, ethos and atmosphere of Durham Sixth Form Centre.
If you are energetic and passionate about post-16 education and have the skills and aptitude required for the role then
we would welcome your application and look forward to hearing from you.
Arranging a visit to Durham Sixth Form Centre
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email james.hall@hays.com.
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