Head of Computer Science

ROLE SPECIFICATION

As the Head of Computer Science, you will be a vital part of the College's digital innovation journey. Your role will encompass significant contributions to discussions regarding the implementation of AI across the College, playing a key part in decision-making processes. Your expertise will be essential, whether you are proposing ideas for college-wide policies or demonstrating best practices.

At BCVN, collaboration among educators is a fundamental aspect of our daily operations. You will have numerous opportunities to observe how your colleagues integrate technology into their teaching and to share your insights and knowledge. Students at BCVN engage in a variety of co-curricular activities inside and outside the College, including robotics, and we are well-equipped with computing resources such as Lego robotics kits.

This is an exhilarating time for the College, presenting an exceptional opportunity to work in a supportive and progressive environment where you can make a significant difference.

Reports to: Deputy Head Academic

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Foster a positive team environment.
• Exemplify and promote high standards in teaching and learning.
• Introduce innovative initiatives and spearhead collaborative projects to maintain a diverse and stimulating curriculum, enabling students to explore the subject and grow within your department.
• Ensure all department members motivate each student to achieve their academic best through engaging and personalized teaching, tailored challenges, diligent record-keeping, and follow-up.
• Monitor and assess the progress of all students in your department.
• Collaborate with your departmental team on setting and addressing individual student needs.
• Manage the annual review of all departmental policies, handbooks, and documentation, including staffing, curriculum plans, schemes of work, timetables, job descriptions, budget, INSET, assessments, meetings, visits/visitors, and risk assessments.
• Ensure that Schemes of Work are current and in place.
• Oversee examinations and assessments in your department.
• Lead the future development of your department within the College.
• Manage the departmental budget and procurement of all equipment.
• Ensure your department contributes to the College website, social media, and publications as necessary.
• Supervise and proofread reports.
• Oversee your Departmental Development Plan and contribute to the College’s Self Evaluation and Development Plan.
• Attend all required meetings and INSET, participating in Heads of Department gatherings.
• Conduct meetings and organize and lead regular departmental meetings.
• Stay updated on the latest educational practices and philosophies, as well as developments within your subject area.
• Maintain close connections and regular communication with the professional organizations related to your department.
• Serve as an exemplary role model in all areas of school life and demonstrate outstanding practice for colleagues.

Teaching and Learning

• Encourage every student to achieve their academic potential through engaging and personalized instruction, tailored challenges, diligent record-keeping, and follow-up.
• Adhere to all College policies, including those related to marking and assessment, teaching and learning, and reporting.
• Develop and share schemes of work and resources using in-house formats.
• Assist with covering for colleagues as needed.
• Attend all required meetings and INSET.
• Prepare, invigilate, and assess internal and external tests and examinations as required.

Pastoral

• Be aware of and act in accordance with all policies regarding child safeguarding.
• Work within a house structure as a Tutor for a specific year group.
• Show a genuine interest in each child's personal and family circumstances, nurturing their personal and social development.
• Actively promote the social, moral, and cultural development of students.

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