Head of Computing

Salary: MPS/UPS plus TLR2b £5,872

Contract: Full time, Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 27th April 2026 at 9am

Start Date: 1st September 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Are you a dynamic, inspiring and dedicated educator with a passion for Computing, ICT and Creative iMedia and making this accessible to all students?

We are looking for someone who will champion digital literacy, creativity, and real-world problem-solving, preparing students for both further study and future careers in an increasingly digital and business-focused world.

As Head of Department, you will lead, support, and motivate a team of teachers, promoting professional development, collaboration, and innovative teaching practices to ensure all learners can achieve their full potential.

If you have the vision, drive, and expertise to build a culture and ethos within Computing that promotes excellence, equality, and high expectations for all students in a safe, vibrant, and happy school.  We would love to hear from you.

What the role involves in a nutshell:

• Provide clear, cohesive leadership and direction in the department by motivating teachers and those supporting in the classroom t!o develop innovative strategies to enhance the quality of learning, teaching and achievement.

• Provide and showcase highly engaging, relevant and innovative learning opportunities at all key stages to ensure students make exceptional progress.

What you’ll get in return?

This is a fantastic opportunity to assist in leading a creative and friendly team under the direction and with the support of the Senior Leadership Team and Head of School, who are committed to your development and success.

At Honley you’ll find a strong foundation where you can make a real difference to the lives of up to 1250 children and young people and our local community.

You’ll be joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – with numerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term!

In addition to this you will benefit from:

• Automatic enrolment to the Teacher Pension Fund.

• A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team.

• Staff development through proactive personal and professional development.

• Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our students.

• Free Parking.

• Cycle to Work Scheme.

• Eye Care.

• Annual Flu Vaccines.

• Home & Technology Scheme.

• Rewards and discounts.

• GP Online and Prescription Service.

• Your Care Wellbeing Platform & EAP.

• Lifestyle benefits & discounts.

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role.

If our school sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference, then we’d love to hear from you.

HOW TO APPLY

Could we be a good fit for each other? If you’d like a chat about the role or have any questions ahead of making a formal application, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Please contact our Leadership Co-Ordinator Nicola Pogmore via n.pogmore@honley.tlt.school .

If you’re ready to apply, please complete our online application fully by clicking here before the deadline.

SAFER RECRUITMENT

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check.  Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.