Head of Digital Learning

OLA is an independent, coeducational day school located just outside Oxford which provides a warm, supportive atmosphere in which exceptional pastoral care and an innovative, inclusive culture underpin all that we do.  

The Head of Digital Learning is a newly created key role which would suit a committed, enthusiastic candidate who is looking for an opportunity for career development. The appointee will work closely with our IT support team, the Deputy Head and the wider Leadership Team, to develop and support appropriate digital learning across the whole school (Senior and Lower), so that the School is recognised as a leader in the digital learning field and online safety. The role entails working alongside an established small IT support team to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement through proactive collaboration. OLA is also keen to integrate Digital Intelligence into curriculum areas and into PSHE and Thinking Skills lessons, so that critical skills needed to thrive in the digital age are embedded. 

For further information please see the attached Application Pack.

The ideal candidate:

Graduate or experienced professional or teacher in an IT/Technology field

Proven technical and operational background

Experience of conducting training/leading INSET

Excellent administrative and data handling skills

Up to date knowledge of industry developments and best practice in the application of ICT in an educational environment 

Excellent communication skills

Able to build effective working relationships across the whole school community

Able to influence and negotiate

Patient, friendly and approachable

Commitment to getting the best outcomes for pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school

Understanding and supportive of the School's ethos

What we can offer:

Free school lunches during term time

Free on-site parking

Support from colleagues

Generous Pension Scheme

Use of school facilities, e.g. swimming pool

A peaceful location on the edge of the city of Oxford

Abingdon-on-Thames is an historic, modern market town situated eight miles south of Oxford, with its world renowned reputation as a centre of academic excellence. The town has undergone recent development to upgrade the central shopping area providing a selection of restaurants, cafes and bars situated a just few minutes walk away from the river and gardens of Abbey Meadows. The town supports a mixed international community and has excellent bus links to Oxford, which is just a 15 minute ride away and provides a wealth of social and cultural opportunities.

How to apply:

Applications should be made via the TES website. Please complete the application form in full leaving no gaps in your employment history. In the interests of fairer and safer recruiting we do not accept CV applications.

Application deadline: Monday 26 July 2021

Please see the school website www.olab.org.uk for further details