Head of Computing
West Kirby Grammar School
Wirral
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS + TLR 2b
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2025
- Apply by:
- 19 May 2025
Job overview
The Governors of this exceptional Grammar School wish to appoint a well-qualified and enthusiastic Head of Computing for September 2025. This is a permanent post and will be considered on a full-time or part-time basis. The ability to teach Computing at both GCSE and A-level is essential. A strong degree in Computer Science or a closely related discipline is sought.
The Computing department at WKGS is a small and experienced team comprising the Head of Department and one part-time member of staff. We are seeking an inspiring individual to lead with energy and creativity, fostering a passion for computing, digital literacy, and technology across all key stages. The successful candidate will be excited by the opportunity to grow the department and ensure it supports the digital needs of all students. They will also be committed to encouraging girls into the tech sector and building an inclusive, diverse computing culture.
At GCSE, students follow the OCR Computer Science specification, delivered over a two-year KS4 programme. A-level students also follow the OCR specification and benefit from twelve 50-minute lessons per fortnight. Python is the primary programming language used across the department and WKGS is primarily a Microsoft school. In addition to excellent academic outcomes, the department leads a range of extracurricular initiatives designed to develop student interest in computing beyond the classroom, including a coding club, a Digital Leaders programme, contributions to the Robotics Club (run in collaboration with DT), and a popular annual House Bebras Computational Thinking competition.
West Kirby Grammar School is a very successful selective girls’ school with a coeducational Sixth Form. There are approximately 1200 students on roll, and results are exceptional. In 2024, the Progress 8 score was +0.42, with 51% of results at grades 9–7 and 15% at grade 9. At A-level, 61% of grades were A* – B, with the average grade being a B.
Further information and an application form are available to download on the School’s website or by contacting the School on 0151 632 3449.
A completed application form and letter addressing the content of the person specification, which should be no longer than two sides of A4, should be submitted to office@wkgs.net for the attention of Mr S. Clarke, Headteacher.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 19 May 2025.
Anticipated interview date: Wednesday 21 May 2025.
WKGS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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About West Kirby Grammar School
- West Kirby Grammar School
- Graham Road, West Kirby, Wirral
- Merseyside
- CH48 5DP
- United Kingdom
Every student arrives at West Kirby Grammar School with a unique combination of talents, skills and aspirations – it’s our job as teachers & support staff to help each of our students to discover and nurture theirs. Our aim is to Pioneer Excellence, within a Compassionate Community.
We do this by providing students with a wealth of opportunities and choices, enabling everyone to find out what they enjoy and are good at. We create a caring and supportive environment, whilst at the same time allowing students to solve problems for themselves, ensuring that we develop resilient and enterprising learners.
We don’t believe that anyone is born with fixed abilities and intelligence. With the right teaching, support and motivation, children can grow and thrive in subjects they never considered themselves to be cut out for. Whilst our academic record speaks for itself, we know that students learn and develop both in and out of the classroom. That’s why we offer such a broad range of extra-curricular opportunities, through which students develop vital life skills and forge lasting friendships.
Because of all of this, our students leave us equipped to thrive in a complex world, ready to make a positive contribution locally and globally as tomorrow’s leaders.
Our core values underpin our approach to both teaching and teacher development. We strive to be at the forefront of evidence-informed education, continuously reflecting on our practice and working collaboratively to learn from, and with, colleagues in our networks to provide exceptional opportunities for our students and staff. An evidence-informed, structured Continuing Professional Development programme is an entitlement for all, with individualised opportunities for professional growth.
Strong pastoral care is at the heart of what we do. We care about our students and know them well, learning how to get the best out of them, both academically and personally. The wellbeing of staff is central to the approach taken by Governors, the Headteacher and the SLT at West Kirby Grammar School. This runs through our approach to our practice such as flexible working, quality assurance, assessment and feedback; as well as through additional benefits such as our Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to a range of health and wellbeing services ranging from access to a GP, to talking therapy and menopause workshops.
The school is a very happy one where teachers, support staff and students work well together to achieve the very best.
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