Head of Computer Science

The High School of Dundee is seeking to appoint for August 2026 a well-qualified, enthusiastic and effective Head of Computing Science to lead our committed and high-performing department.

Role Specification

The main features of the remit include:

• Teaching of Computing Science
• Leadership and management of the Computing Science Department in relation to:

a) learning and teaching, including maintaining and developing the department’s virtual

learning platform (Firefly)

b) assessment and reporting

c) professional learning and development

d) line management of the department

e) liaison with SLT link and HR as required

f) health and safety

g) departmental handbook and policies

• Preparation of pupils for internal and external examinations
• Curricular review and development
• Organisation and co-ordination of co-curricular activities, visits and trips linked to the department
• Production and ongoing leadership and review of the annual Departmental Improvement Plan
• Quality Assurance within the department
• Maintenance of minutes of departmental meetings
• Maintenance of records for internal and external purposes
• Co-ordination of staff review, improvement, and development within the department
• Pupil discipline within the department
• Meeting with parents and other appropriate individuals as required
• Participation in whole school matters via Heads of Department meetings
• Advising the Deputy Rector (Head of Senior Years) and Deputy Head (Academic) on curricular policy with reference to Computing Science
• Regular update of all documentation relating to the department, including all school publications, e.g., Firefly, Open Event booklet, etc.
• Maintenance and requisition of materials and equipment
• Submission, for consideration by the Chief Operating Officer and Head of Finance, of the annual budget request
• Active participation in the co-curricular life of the school 

The Candidate

Candidates should have a degree, or equivalent, in Computing Science and be registered, or eligible for registration with the GTC Scotland. They should have considerable experience of teaching Computing Science and should be able to demonstrate initiative, creativity, and innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

The successful applicant should have integrity, drive, enthusiasm and a dynamic approach to the teaching of Computing Science. Strong organisational and administrative skills, excellent interpersonal skills and the willingness to work in a team are vital as the post will inevitably involve interaction with colleagues, parents and outside agencies as well as our pupils.

Candidates must also show evidence of Continuing Professional Development and be highly literate in ICT. A good sense of humour is also a useful attribute! All teaching staff at the High School of Dundee are expected to contribute to our co-curricular programme and participate in whole school events and the broader life of the school. 

Interested candidates are welcome to make informal enquiries in advance of the closing date. Please email sjwatson@ highschoolofdundee.org.uk.

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Closing date is 15 May 2026.

Interviews will take place in person at The High School of Dundee Monday 18 May.

The School requires all newly appointed staff to undertake a check with the Scottish Criminal Records Office in line with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (‘PVG’) Scheme. Offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory registration with the PVG Scheme. Please note we are unable to provide sponsorship for a work visa so candidates should ensure they already have or are able to obtain the right to work in the UK before applying.

About the High School of Dundee

At the High School of Dundee, our unique location in the heart of the city is a major strength, helping our pupils feel connected to the real world, creating fully rounded and grounded young people. The school currently has over 900 pupils, from age 3-18, who divide their time between our main city centre campus and our extensive sports facility, Mayfield.

Our approach is built on a profound belief that if young people are valued, supported known, and engaged in their learning, they can achieve amazing things. We have a long track record of outstanding exam results, which we owe to our rigorous approach, expertise built up over many years and a genuine desire to see our pupils realise their potential.

In our Primary School, the children work daily on the crucial building blocks of literacy and numeracy, but the focus is also on making learning fun, engaging and wide-ranging. And in the Senior Years, choice is paramount. In S3, our pupils can choose eight subjects to focus on, while in S5 they can select from 25 subjects at Higher level. At Advanced Higher, 23 subjects are available.

The timetabling of exciting new interdisciplinary STEM Innovation and Business Enterprise courses, in addition to computer science for all, has embedded Future Skills into our curriculum. In tandem, the development of partnerships with local businesses is allowing us to provide real world learning opportunities which further enriches our pupils’ learning.

A focus on the essential importance of Pastoral Care and on encouraging all pupils to make the most of the opportunities presented by our vibrant and extensive co-curriculum, helps create an environment in which the School’s Core Values are ever-present and where the desire to learn, support one another and grow is embraced by all.

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