RE: Curriculum Lead for Computing
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspiring Curriculum Lead for Computing to join our well-established and high-performing Computing Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is looking to take their first steps towards department leadership or someone who is currently Head of Computing in a school where student uptake is small. We are passionate about developing a carefully sequenced seven-year curriculum focused on the development of coding skills which includes Programming; Problem-Solving; Computational Thinking and Digital Understanding. The successful candidate will be well supported and have access to future professional development opportunities both within and beyond the department.
They will be someone who shares our commitment to high standards of professionalism and academic achievement and is eager to develop their own practice in an environment that is both supportive and at the cutting edge of pedagogy and practice. The department takes a collaborative approach to learning and teaching which values everyone's personalities, skills, interests, and strategies. We are looking for someone who has a genuine passion for computing and for teaching young people; the ability to inspire students; and the desire to go the extra mile to help our students achieve their full potential. The ability to teach Computer Science to A Level is required.
The Computing Department is committed to delivering a curriculum that is rich and broad; one that excites students; nurtures their curiosity and ability to problem solve. In computing, students have their eyes opened to a digital world that is changing every day. They learn how to think logically, problem solve and build programs for real-world situations. They also develop their innovative and creative skills using digital editing tools.
The department currently consists of two subject specialists. They are passionate about their subject and continually challenging themselves to develop their own practice. The team work collaboratively on the development of resources and are very supportive of each other.
All students study computing throughout KS3, giving them a solid foundation in computational thinking, computational theory and coding as well as creating and manipulating digital media. Computer Science is very popular at both GCSE and A Level, as are student outcomes. In 2025 at GCSE, over 89% of students gained 4+ grades with over 47% of these being 7+.
We have two dedicated computer rooms within the department each with 32 PCs. The department uses Python throughout the three Key Stages but focuses more on fundamental programming skills rather than those specific to any one language. At KS3 a range of software is used to support the curriculum such as the Adobe Creative Suite and Flowgorithm.
Location: Woking, Surrey - 15 minute walk from the train station and excellent transport links via A3 and M25
Post: Curriculum Lead for Computing
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Start Date: September 2026
Pay Scale: London Fringe - MPS / UPS + TLR1a (£10,173)
Closing Date: 9am on Thursday 12 March - The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advised application closing date should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.
About our School
St John the Baptist School, part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust, is a highly successful, over-subscribed mixed Catholic school and sixth form based in Woking, Surrey.
We are incredibly proud of our school community and in particular our students who are hardworking, well-balanced and enjoy both learning and spending time with each other and our staff. We work in a very positive culture and strive to make all students’ time at school some of the happiest times of their lives.
Our staff are vibrant, enthusiastic, and passionate about ensuring our students get the very best deal. Standards at SJB are high and academic progress excellent. We work closely with the Xavier Teaching School Hub, Teach SouthEast SCITT and Schools Alliance for Excellence (SAfE) and lead the North East Hants and Surrey Maths Hub.
Our Ethos:
SJB is a community where every individual is highly valued and where care and concern for others is central to our work. We aim to blend academic learning with excellence pastoral care so that all students and staff thrive and feel successful.
We offer an excellent benefits package including:
• All teachers are allocated 15% PPA time; above the legal minimum required.
• An extensive range of benefits and discounts with ‘Mylifestyle’, our employee benefits hub including pre-tax car purchasing, cycle to work, dental care and many retailer discounts.
• Free use of the onsite gym (6-8am and 5-8pm weekdays)
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Excellent onsite catering facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Regular staff social events calendared throughout the year
Get in touch if you would like to come and visit us and find out more about this vacancy!
This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
