Head of Computer Science & ICT

Coloma Convent Girls’ School in Shirley is recognised as one of the top non-selective secondary schools in the country. We are consistently oversubscribed and a very popular choice within the borough and other local boroughs. In October 2019, Coloma received its fifth ‘Outstanding’ Diocesan Inspection report and, in 2021, was named ‘Best School in Croydon’ in the Real Schools Guide. In December 2022, The Times released its ‘Parent Power Schools Guide’ to the top 1,600 UK schools based on 2022 exam results. Coloma was ranked 2nd in the best girls’ comprehensive category and 39th in the best comprehensive school category.

We seek to appoint a Head of Computer Science & ICT to join our high-achieving school with students enthusiastic to learn this subject and develop their skills. Evidence of successful teaching strategies across all Key Stages and excellent organisational skills is required. Applications are considered from both experienced and aspiring leaders.    

Coloma is very proud of its history of academic achievement; this is due to the hard work, focus and dedication of staff and pupils which permeates the ethos that is Coloma. In 2022, we achieved remarkable exam results, with a provisional Progress 8 score of 0.80 at GCSE and 43% of A Level students achieving A*/A grades and 22% D* BTEC.

We value excellent relationships within a caring community. Extra-curricular activities play a huge part in the life and success of the school, and pastoral systems are extremely strong. Behaviour is excellent, and our students excel in the collaborative and creative environment in the department.

We Offer

• A community which is on a rapid journey of improvement with a genuine commitment to being even better.
• A school with a strong commitment to your professional development.
• A working environment focused on Teaching and Learning and raising standards for all.
• The opportunity to work in a team where your skills, enthusiasm and hard work will be appreciated.
• The opportunity to work within the largest cosmopolitan centre outside of Central London, undergoing substantial redevelopment, growth and change.
• A school that invests in enrichment and extra-curricular activities.

Do not be put off applying for a post if you are not a practising Catholic. We welcome applications from colleagues who are supportive of the values of a Catholic School. Many of our staff are members of religious faiths other than Catholic and make an enormous contribution to the well-being of our students.

Our MAT

Coloma is part of the South East London Catholic Academy Trust (www.selcat.org.uk), and new colleagues would be expected to share our mission of creating a family of schools that together, through shared support and challenge, strive to provide an authentic Catholic education where all children will be empowered, inspired and flourish.

For more information about Coloma, please visit https://www.coloma.croydon.sch.uk/ or email vdavis@coloma.croydon.sch.uk.

To apply, please click the Apply button to send us your completed application form.

Closing date: 9am on 14th April 2023

Interview date: Commencing from 17th April 2023

Coloma reserves the right to commence or complete the recruitment process at any time prior to the closing date. 

Please note: We do not accept applications via agencies.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share the commitment. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check.