Head of Computing, Digital Innovation and Digital Safety
Overview
Head of Computing, Digital Innovation and Digital Safety
MPS/UPS Plus TLR 2 (£6,278)
Start date: Easter 2027, or sooner if possible
Budehaven Community School is seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Computing & E Safety to lead and develop this high profile, future focused subject across our thriving 11–18 school.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and skilled practitioner to provide strategic curriculum leadership for Computing at KS3–KS5, while leading the school’s structures and strategy surrounding E Safety and digital safeguarding. You will shape an innovative curriculum, inspire students and staff, and ensure high standards of teaching, learning and online safety in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Budehaven is a successful school with a strong sense of community, high expectations and a progressive and broad curriculum. We value innovation, collaboration and thoughtful leadership, and we are committed to supporting middle leaders to flourish.
We are looking for a colleague who:
• Is an excellent teacher and leader of Computing
• Has the vision and commitment needed to lead others and our vibrant students
• Understands the critical importance of E Safety in schools
• Is reflective, aspirational and values teamwork, and a relentless drive for all students to achieve.
We offer a supportive leadership team, motivated students, excellent professional development and the opportunity to live and work in a stunning coastal location. Visits or conversations are strongly recommended prior to application.
If you want to lead a subject that genuinely shapes young people’s futures, we would love to hear from you.
Budehaven Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Enhanced DBS clearance is required.
For further information and an application form, please contact
Mrs Clare Brown at the school or visit our website:
www.budehaven.cornwall.sch.uk
Tel: 01288 353271
Email: clare.brown@budehaven.cornwall.sch.uk
Deadline for applications is noon on Monday 16th November with interviews taking place shortly afterwards.
Job Pack
Head of Computing Digital Innovation & E Safety Job Pack (PDF)
Location
Budehaven Community School
Valley Road
Bude
South West
EX23 8DQ
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Application Forms
Teaching Post Application Form .docx - Teaching Post Application Form .pdf