Head of ICT/Computing

The Role

We’re searching for an exceptional Head of ICT/Computing to join our team here at Royton & Crompton. The purpose of this role is to provide day to day leadership for the department and be accountable for the quality of teaching, learning and educational outcomes ensuring they are in line with the Academy’s strategic plan.

• Provide day-to-day leadership for the development and management of teaching within your area
• Identify areas for development and improvement linked to the Academy improvement plan, SEF, national and local initiatives.
• Develop and monitor schemes of work for your area across the academy in liaison with your department and to ensure the successful implementation which meets curriculum requirements and differentiated to reflect student needs

For a full description of the role, see the job description and person specification. 

What the trust offers in return:

• Competitive local Government Pension Scheme
• 30 days annual leave and statutory Bank Holidays
• Ride to Work Scheme
• Market leading Personal Development and Training plans to further your career
• Access to Mental Health First Aid Programme
• 24 hours access to Employee Assistance Programme

We know just how important it is to think big and to help break those glass ceilings faced by young people today. Together we can encourage our pupils to step out from their comfort zones, build self-esteem and broaden their horizons.

Our academy

In September 2019, E-Act Royton and Crompton Academy moved into a brand new, state of the art, learning complex to ensure we provide the very best outcomes for all our children. Our biggest priority is to ensure that through the best quality of education, outstanding teaching we provide the very best educational experiences and outcomes for all our students allowing everyone access to the curriculum and entitlements that they require in order to succeed in their chosen career pathways.

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing our application and equal opportunities form.

We are an E-ACT academy and proud to be part of a community that includes over 18,000 pupils and over 2,400 teaching and non-teaching professionals across the country.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community .

Benefits

Other
TLR2b	£4,944

Qualifications

Qualification Title	Grade
5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent		Essential
Degree in a relevant subject		Essential
Qualified Teacher Status		Essential

Skills

Personal Attributes
Ability to work collaboratively and lead a team	Essential
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, parents and students	Essential