Head of Digital Education

Bourne Education Trust recognises that to prepare students fully for the future, digital education must be at the heart of today’s curriculum. The successful applicant will have responsibility for shaping a new and exciting digital pathway for students across all key stages that will ensure that they have the skills to fulfil roles in industry when leaving education.

We are looking for someone that exudes passion for all things digital and who wants the opportunity to use their creative skills to shape a completely new and unique curriculum.

Digital skills are becoming ever more sought after in business and industry. When our students leave school, we want them to be confident and competent in areas such as:

• How digital technologies impact business and market environment
• The ethical and moral implications of digital technology
• Using data in software design
• Using digital technologies to analyse and solve problems
• Digital environments, including physical, virtual and cloud environments
• Planning digital projects
• Testing software, hardware and data
• Digital tools for project management and collaboration.

As a key member of the middle leadership teams at Hampton High and Twickenham School, the Head of Digital Education will contribute to the overall leadership and management of the schools, be active in promoting their aims, and supporting an ethos that promotes achievement and high standards.

For further information about this role, please read the attached pack or contact James Newman, BET Education Leader, newmanj@eehs.surrey.sch.uk.

The closing date for applications is Friday 3rd February at midday. Candidates should use the 'quick apply' function to complete their application.

SAFEGUARDING

Bourne Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service approval ('DBS') as part of our rigorous approach to safeguarding our children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.