Subject Leader for Computer Science

Thamesmead School, Shepperton, Middlesex, TW17 9EE

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September 2026

• Closing date

  26 January 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £34,398.00 - £52,490.00 Annually (Actual) TLR 2.1 £3,527

Subject Leader for Computer Science job summary

Thamesmead School (Shepperton, TW17) is seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Subject Leader for Computer Science to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and committed professional to lead and develop our Computer Science department, shaping the curriculum and maximising student achievement.

What we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A well-resourced department with access to modern technology
• Collaborative and forward-thinking leadership team
• The chance to make a real impact on the lives of our students

About the Role: You will be responsible for setting the vision and direction for Computer Science, leading your team to deliver an outstanding curriculum that engages and inspires students. You will monitor and drive progress, develop teaching and learning, and manage resources efficiently. There is also the potential for additional responsibility and TLR for candidates with experience in Business Studies at Key Stage 4.

What we’re looking for:

• A qualified teacher with a passion for Computer Science and strong subject knowledge
• A proven track record of excellent classroom teaching and raising achievement
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire staff and students
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and promoting the school’s values

For a candidate with experience of teaching or leading Business Studies at Key Stage 4 there is the potential to assume line management and wider leadership of the Business Studies team for an additional TLR.

Thamesmead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Thamesmead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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 Thamesmead School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1048 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Thamesmead School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/thamesmead-school

The school is situated to the West of London with good rail and road access. Our location means our staff enjoy living in areas such as West and South West London, Surrey and Berkshire making fantastic choices for city, suburban or rural living available.

Thamesmead is a vibrant and successful school. In 2019 our students gained strong GCSE results. 85% of students gained a 4 grade or higher in English and Maths and 58% of students achieved a grade 5 or higher in English and Maths. 83% achieved 5 GCSEs or more graded at 4 or above.

"Pupils behave well, are co-operative and respectful towards their teachers and each other. Strong leadership aims to ensure that the school provides the best possible standards of teaching and learning."- Ofsted.

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