Not r e Dame S en io r Schoo l
(A foundation of the Company of Mary Our Lady)
Burwood House Cobham
Surrey
KT11 1HA
Telephone: (01932) 869990
Fax: (01932) 589481
e-mail:
headmistress@notredame.co.uk
Headmistress:
Mrs Bridget Williams, M.A., N.P.Q.H., B.Ed. (Oxon)
APPOINTMENT OF HEAD OF INFORMATION CENTRE TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
SEPTEMBER 2011
JOB DESCRIPTION
Notre Dame Senior School is a Roman Catholic Independent day school for 390 girls aged 11-18. The
Headmistress is a member of GSA and CISC (Catholic Independent Schools Conference). Mrs
Williams, the Head of the Senior School, was appointed in September 2003.
Notre Dame, Cobham was established in 1937 by the Sisters of the Order of the Company of Mary.
The Company of Mary was founded in France in the 17th century by St Jeanne de Lestonnac and has
over 300 educational establishments throughout the world. Notre Dame Preparatory School occupies
the same site but has a separate Head and Senior Management Team. The two schools work together
with a common Financial Controller and Board of Governors and most of the girls progress from our
Prep School to Senior School. The Sisters of the Company of Mary continue to play a very important
role in the pastoral life of the school ensuring that the ethos is maintained.
The facilities which the School offers are beneficial to the ICT curriculum. The department is well
resourced with equipment and support provision.
ICT has a high profile within the school. It is taught throughout from Year 7 to Upper Sixth.
The ICT Department aims to create a culture of interest and enthusiasm for the subject, to provide real
experiences of the subject through fieldwork activities and to create enquiring minds.
ICT is a popular option at GCSE.
GCSE
AQA GCSE is currently taught in Year 10 and Year 11. One controlled assessment is planned for the
Spring Term in Year 10 and one in Year 11.
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Currently the ICT Department has one full-time and two part-time members of staff. This position
would suit someone looking for a first appointment as HOD although more experienced teachers may
wish to apply.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
The successful applicant should encourage pupils to strive for the very highest standards, whilst
building up their self-confidence through a teamwork approach.
Excellent communication skills, teamwork, flexibility and leadership qualities are essential. The
successful applicant will work closely with other Heads of Departments as well as the subject leader for
ICT in the Preparatory School.
The successful applicant will also be expected to play an active part in the pastoral care of girls through
his/her position as Head of ICT, showing qualities such as empathy, compassion and sensitivity to all.
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MAIN DUTIES OF HEAD OF ICT
JOB PURPOSE
To provide professional leadership and management for ICT to GCSE and A2 level, within the school
to secure high quality teaching, effective use of resources and the highest standards of learning and
achievement for all pupils.
OBJECTIVES
To ensure pupil entitlement to a broad and challenging curriculum, taking into account the
requirements of the national curriculum
To ensure high standards of pupil achievement at all levels
To foster enjoyment and satisfaction in the study of ICT by pupils
To enhance the teaching of the subject
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
A
B
C
D
Strategic direction of the subject(s)
Teaching, learning and the curriculum
Leading and managing staff
Managing Resources
KEY TASKS
A1
A2
A3
To establish a vision and development plans for the ICT Department in respect of pupils of all
ages and abilities
To establish, develop and implement policy and schemes of work for ICT in accordance with
school policy, and taking into account the requirements of the national curriculum, recent
inspection findings and research evidence
To monitor and evaluate the effects of subject policies and plans, establishing clear targets for
improving and sustaining pupil achievement
A4
A5
To contribute to whole school policy making through Heads of Departments meetings
To participate willingly and lead the ICT Department contribution in a range of school
functions and Open Days
B1
B2
To lead the teaching of ICT by example
To set expectations for the work of all staff involved in the teaching of ICT and to take action to
secure improvements where necessary
To monitor and evaluate progress and achievements in ICT by all pupils, analysing data in line
with school policies
To enhance the learning experience of pupils by arranging visits, lectures or other curriculumenhancing activities as appropriate, and in accordance with school policies
To keep up to date with all aspects of curriculum development
To develop cross-curricular links as appropriate
B3
B4
B5
B6
C1
To develop effective working relationships with all members of the department, support staff,
parents, senior managers and governors
C2
C3
To provide induction and support for new staff
To provide clear direction and support in cases of disciplinary problems
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C4
C5
C6
To participate in the professional development and review of staff as required by school policy
To lead professional development in ICT
To arrange for all members of the department to be aware of academic developments in the
subject
D1
D2
To participate in the deployment of staff involved in the teaching of ICT
To establish, maintain and develop appropriate resources for the teaching of ICT and the
provision of a stimulating learning environment
To ensure the effective and efficient management and organisation of learning resources
including information technology
To manage the financial resources allocated to the ICT Department effectively and efficiently
To apply rules appertaining to the health and safety of those engaged in the work of the
department; to include the writing of the ICT Department Health and Safety Policy, observance
of regulation and to ensure the safe storage of chemicals and equipment
D3
D4
D5
Application Forms together with the names and addresses of at least two referees, should reach the
Headmistress by Tuesday, 8 March 2011 at 12 Noon.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and
expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Notre Dame School operates its own pay scale and the salary offered will reflect the seniority of the
post. There is also a staff School fees remission Scheme. Notre Dame participates in the Teachers’
Pension Scheme. The appointment will be subject to a medical examination at the expense of the
School.
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