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Head of Computer Science

St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy

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The posting

Head of Computer Science

Employer: St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi Academy Trust

Location: St Paul's Catholic School, Evington, Leicester, LE5 6HN

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Position: Permanent/Full Time

Grade: MPS /UPS and TLR 2:2

Start Date: Monday 4th January 2027 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

Closing date: 0900 am Wednesday 18th November 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Are you an ambitious and inspiring Computer Science teacher ready to lead a thriving department? We are seeking an exceptional Head of Computer Science to provide strategic leadership, drive outstanding teaching and learning, and inspire students to develop the digital skills they need for future success.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher or current middle leader to shape the vision of Computer Science within our school and make a lasting impact on student outcomes.

The Role

As Head of Computer Science, you will:

  • Lead and manage the Computer Science Department, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and achievement.
  • Develop and implement an engaging and ambitious curriculum across Key Stages 3, 4 and, where applicable, Key Stage 5.
  • Monitor and evaluate student progress, using data effectively to drive improvement and secure excellent outcomes.
  • Support, coach and develop colleagues within the department.
  • Champion the use of technology and digital literacy across the wider school community.
  • Manage departmental budgets, resources and development priorities effectively.
  • Promote a culture of high expectations, innovation and continuous improvement.

We are ideally seeking an individual who can take up the post from 4 January 2027. However, we recognise that candidates may have contractual commitments that prevent them from starting at that time. We therefore welcome applications from candidates who may be available to start later in the academic year and are willing to discuss a mutually agreeable commencement date.

The School

St Paul’s is a popular and successful 11-18 Catholic School. There are 1140 students on roll from a variety of backgrounds and faiths. The 2023 inspection report says "there is a strong family atmosphere in this inclusive school" and that pupils feel happy and safe. Staff are committed and ambitious for all students and have high expectations. Staff and students are motivated and inspired by the school motto to "let your light shine before others" as well the school prayer.

How to apply

To apply for this role please submit your application no later than the closing date stated above. You will receive an automated response from our vacancies inbox to confirm your application has been received. We warmly encourage applicants to visit our schools. Please contact the school offices on 0116 2414057 to arrange an appointment.

Why work for the St Thomas Aquinas Multi Academy Trust?

  • Genuine opportunities for career progression - with 23 academies in our family, and 84 academies across the Diocese, opportunities for career progression are a reality.
  • Pension - automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 28.68% employer contributions
  • Terms and Conditions - we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for teachers
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee assistance program
  • Perks at Work:Discounts at high street retailers
  • Electric car scheme

About St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi Academy Trust

Our school is part of the St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi-Academy Trust which brings together the 23 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Leicester City, Rutland and Leicestershire. Our priority is to ensure the very best Catholic Education for all young people in our community, whatever their circumstances. We will achieve this together, through a strategic approach to sharing best practice, effective challenge and support from a central standards and performance team and opportunities for high quality Continuing Professional Development.

The Trust and all our schools within our Trust committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check, online check and other pre-employment checks are required for successful applicants. The Trust will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.

Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are committed to cultivating an equitable working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect and where every individual can fulfil their potential. We warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

Learn more about us on our socials:

Instagram: @StThomasAquinasCMAT

Facebook: @StThomasAquinasCMAT

LinkedIn: @st-thomas-aquinas-catholic-multi-academy-trust

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