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Role: Head of Computer Science

Academy: Outwood Academy City Fields

Start Date: 12/04/2027

Salary (Actual Salary): MPS / UPS and TLR2a (£3,527.00)

Working Pattern: Full Time

Are you a visionary educator ready to lead a subject department, providing clear, cohesive direction and inspiring high achievement? Join us as a Head of Department, where you will communicate a clear purpose and vision, motivate colleagues, and implement whole-Academy initiatives to ensure your department meets ambitious academic targets. This role is designed for someone who models the Academy's values, promotes innovative teaching strategies, and is dedicated to securing continuous improvement and quality outcomes for all students.

Welcome from the Principal:

Being part of Outwood Academy City Fields means bringing high-quality opportunities and experiences to our diverse, multicultural school in the heart of Wakefield.

We seek someone who can provide meaningful engagement and help all students, staff, and visitors thrive. Anyone taking on this role should be prepared to challenge themselves to meet the needs of our diverse community.

As Ofsted noted, our actions are directed and guided by putting ‘students first.’ Leaders set a strong example of high ambition, which is mirrored by all staff. We want the very best for our pupils in whatever walk of life they engage in.

Based in the friendly cathedral city of Wakefield, Outwood Academy City Fields is a thriving, "Good" rated school at the heart of a vibrant multicultural community. We are a school of choice, with increasing roll numbers and a rich, inclusive atmosphere:

  • Diversity as a Strength: Over 50% of our pupils speak English as an additional language (EAL).
  • Social Mobility: We play a vital role in transforming lives and providing high-quality opportunities for families.
  • Impactful Leadership: Here, your work bridges the gap between the classroom and the diverse world of work, making a visible difference every single day.

We hope you can join us on our journey.

About the Department:

  • Overview: The departments consist of 3 teaching staff, some of which have specialisms in Business Studies or IT.
  • Commitment to Computer Science: We are committed to the delivery and longevity of Computer Science in our curriculum. Over the past decade we have led subject changes and consistently delivered good results for our students.
  • Other Course: As part of our commitment to our students we feel that Computer Science is not always the right course. As a result we offer Pearson BTEC Digital IT to offer our students a range of skills readying them for the workplace.

Your Role as a Head of Computing & Business:

Deliver Excellence: Craft high-quality, engaging lessons that captivate and challenge students, using resources pre-created for you by our dedicated director team. Inspire Creativity: Develop exciting and inspiring lesson plans that make learning Computer Science an unforgettable experience. Data-Driven Impact: Assess student progress and utilise data to tailor your teaching, ensuring each student reaches their full potential. Safe and Supportive Environment: Foster a positive classroom culture where students feel safe, supported, and inspired to excel. Build Connections: Establish positive relationships with fellow staff, students, and the wider community.

Join Our Vision!

If you are ready to inspire, innovate, and make a lasting impact, apply now! Join us at Outwood Academy City Fields, where together, we exceed the national average for student achievements. Let's shape the future of education!

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Holly Furness, HR Assistant, at [email protected]

Responsibilities

The Head of Department is responsible for communicating a clear purpose and vision while providing cohesive leadership and direction to the Department/Faculty. This leader models the Academy's values, promotes high standards through effective teaching, and is accountable for implementing the Department Development Plan/Self-Evaluation Form (SEF) to secure continuous improvement.

They develop and sustain DEEP LEADERSHIP through line management of staff, overseeing department resources and budget, reviewing syllabuses, and conducting Performance Management Reviews.

  • (MP-UP +TLR) To view the job description Click Here

Qualifications

Essential qualifications required are a Degree in the relevant subject and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Candidates must demonstrate a good understanding of their subject's secondary curriculum (Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5), knowledge of current departmental issues, and understanding of school improvement and Ofsted inspection programmes. Essential experience includes leading or supporting the leadership of a department, successful teaching across all key stages, and evidence of managing/leading a new initiative.

Required skills encompass being an outstanding classroom practitioner with a clear vision, possessing outstanding relationships with students and staff, and the ability to analyze data to develop rapid improvement intervention strategies.

  • To view the person specification Click Here

About Us

Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).

What will we do for you?

We offer a comprehensive package focused on career development, fair pay, and well-being:

  • Competitive Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
  • Professional Growth: Access extensive CPD, progression to Masters level, and development via the Outwood Institute of Education and National Institute of Teaching.
  • Workload & Support: Committed to a manageable workload via our Workload Charter and guarantee a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.
  • Wellbeing & Flexibility: Enhanced occupational leave, flexible family policies, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Take the next step in your professional journey and apply now to access these exceptional development and system-wide impact opportunities.

  • Further Information on employee benefits can be found Click Here
  • To find our more about working for Outwood and to read a message from our CEO please Click Here

Note: If applying from an external job board, please click 'Apply' to access the working links on the Outwood Careers page

Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

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