Head of Department Business and Computing

Sheffield Springs Academy is looking to appoint a Head of Department Business and Computing. We are looking for someone who can provide inspiring and outstanding leadership or quickly develop as an outstanding leader to ensure that learning and progress in Business and Computing continue on an upward trajectory. The role may ideally suit someone who is looking to make the step into middle leadership or who is looking to build upon their current experience and success at that level.

We are looking for applicants who are able evidence a strong track record of student achievement and have the potential to make a significant impact on the lives and education of the children they teach. This will need to be demonstrated in your application and be clearly evident at interview.

Job title: Head of Department Business and Computing

Location: Sheffield Springs Academy, Hurlfield Road, Sheffield, S12 2SF

A highly effective professional with excellent knowledge in their area of expertise, who can deliver exceptional outcomes.

Someone who shares our moral purpose of ensuring that all of our young people receive the best education possible in a supportive environment from people who care about them.

Someone who is passionate about Maths and who will inspire our students to be so as well.

Highly competitive salary. We pay an average of 5% above national scales, the best rates of pay in the sector.

Excellent facilities and resources.

Access to an outstanding professional development programme.

Exceptional curriculum resources.

Expert subject advice.

Three extra INSET days for planning.

At least one personal leave day a year.

Polite, respectful and dedicated students who want to learn and fulfil their potential.

Colleagues who are supportive, friendly and who are committed to each other's professional development.

A chance to become part of one of the largest groups of academies in the country.

Opportunities to work collaboratively with colleagues in other schools within the Yorkshire cluster and across United Learning.

Excellent employee benefits which include a highly sought-after pension scheme with high employer contributions.

Access to training through the Apprenticeship Levy.

Generous staff discount scheme.

We are open to requests for flexible or part-time working; and we encourage open and regular conversations about work-life balance.

If you possess these qualities and share the academy's vision, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

To apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the advert on our website using the following link to our vacancies page: Sheffield Springs Academy Vacancies and complete our online application form. Please note that CVs are not accepted. The closing date for this post is at midnight on 13 December 2026.

Interviews will take place soon after.

If you would like to discuss this exciting opportunity, please contact hr@unitedlearningyorks.org.uk

United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.