Programme Leader of Computer Science
Hans Price Academy, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 3QP10 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
16 October 2026 at 11:59am
Date listed
6 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- 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
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £32,916 - £51,048 + TLR 2B (£5,873)
Programme Leader of Computer Science job summary
Job Title: Programme Leader of Computer Science
Actual Annual Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 (MP1 – UPS3)
TLR Allowance: TLR 2B (£5,873)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week term time only.
Provisional Start Date: January 2027, or later for the right candidate (subject to completion of pre-employment checks)
Your opportunity to lead, inspire and shape the future of Computer Science at Hans Price Academy.
Hans Price Academy is looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious Programme Leader of Computer Science to lead the development of an engaging, challenging and inclusive Computer Science curriculum. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the direction of the subject and inspire students to develop the knowledge, confidence and digital skills they need for their future.
As our Programme Leader of Computer Science, you will take the strategic lead on curriculum development, teaching, learning and assessment across the curriculum area. You will lead and support colleagues, drive high standards and take responsibility for ensuring that every student has access to high-quality teaching and the opportunity to achieve their full potential. This closely reflects the JD's responsibility for the strategic development, implementation and evaluation of the curriculum and for monitoring the quality of teaching and learning.
You will play an important role in championing Computer Science across the academy, developing a culture of high expectations, curiosity and continuous improvement. Through effective leadership, use of assessment and progress information, and support and development of colleagues, you will help ensure that the curriculum meets the needs of all learners and prepares students for their next steps.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead Computer Science as part of our wider Work Related Learning Department, with responsibility for vocational subjects including Creative iMedia and Travel & Tourism, as well as holding the key role of E-Safety Lead.
If you are passionate about Computer Science and excited by the opportunity to lead and develop the subject at Hans Price Academy, while making a lasting impact on students' learning and future aspirations, we would love to hear from you.
About you
You will have:
- a degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- expert subject knowledge in Computer Science, with a strong understanding of curriculum design, sequencing and differentiation for all learners.
- successful experience of leading a curriculum team or department, with evidence of positively impacting student outcomes.
- the ability to lead, support and evaluate teaching and learning, setting high expectations and promoting continuous improvement.
- experience of using assessment and progress data to inform curriculum planning, interventions and improvement strategies.
- experience of curriculum and assessment development, including moderation and evaluation.
- the ability to coach, mentor and support the professional development of colleagues.
- strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents and external stakeholders.
- an understanding of inclusive practice and how to support learners with additional needs, including SEN and EAL.
- a commitment to safeguarding, equality of opportunity and creating a positive, respectful learning environment.
Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.
About Hans Price Academy:
Hans Price Academy is a forward-thinking secondary school located in Weston-super-Mare. Hans Price students are excited to learn and are real ambassadors for our increasingly diverse community. They benefit from a hugely positive and supportive learning environment housed in excellent, modern facilities.
At Hans Price we believe that at the heart of our students’ learning experience is the quality of what we deliver, and we continually strive to provide excellent opportunities in a broad range of subjects and extra-curricular settings. Fulfilment of individual potential is at the very heart of what we hope to achieve and development of students’ wider character alongside high academic expectations is something we feel very strongly about.
Why work at CLF?
We are a diverse and inclusive community of 37 academies across five cluster regions in the South-West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.
We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
What we can offer you:
- Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing support for career development and wellbeing.
- Sector-leading professional development entitlement and opportunities.
- Collaboration with colleagues across the trust through subject communities and specialist networks.
- Shared CLF curriculum, written and curated by trust experts, reducing individual teacher workload.
- Career enhancing and progression opportunities within the trust and through the CLF Institute.
- A collaborative culture which supports workload.
- Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
- A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
- Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking and many more!
Recruitment timeline:
- Closing Date: 16 October 2026 @ 11:59am
- Shortlisting Date: 16 October 2026
- Interviews: 20th/21st October 2026
We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.
As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.
Skilled Worker sponsorship: This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, subject to the candidate meeting the applicable Home Office eligibility and salary requirements. Full-time and 0.8 FTE positions will generally meet the required salary threshold; for other part-time working arrangements, eligibility will depend on the salary applicable to the role and the candidate's working pattern. To help us assess whether sponsorship may be available, we encourage candidates who require sponsorship to provide their current salary information when completing the application form.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Hans Price Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1046 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- Website
- Hans Price Academy website
Hans Price Academy is a forward-thinking Academy based in Weston-Super-Mare. The Academy provides education to a rising cohort of around 1050 students at KS3/KS4 from September. The children at Hans Price Academy are excited to learn and are real ambassadors for our increasingly diverse community. They benefit from a hugely positive and supportive learning environment housed in excellent, modern facilities. The Academy has retained its ‘Good’ judgement following our 2018 Ofsted Inspection. The report states that ‘The school is increasingly the school of choice for local parents and carers because leaders have established a culture of learning and high aspiration.
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