Head of Digital Strategy

Responsible for the following:
LEADERSHIP & DIGITAL STRATEGY
• Lead the strategic development of digital learning across the Secondary school, aligned with IB frameworks (MYP, DP) and the school’s vision for innovative education.
• Develop and implement a cohesive Digital Literacy and Digital Creativity curriculum across Grades 6–12.
• Lead the selection, implementation, and evaluation of digital tools, platforms, and resources.
• Collaborate with Heads of Department to integrate technology meaningfully into all subject areas (arts, sciences, humanities, languages).
• Manage the digital strategy budget, including software subscriptions, hardware procurement, and professional development resources.
TEACHING (optional / as assigned)
• May teach IBDP Computer Science depending on timetable and expertise.
• Guide students through digital portfolios, coding projects, multimedia productions, or computational thinking tasks.
• Prepare students for IB internal and external assessments where applicable.
• Support high-quality digital outcomes in student exhibitions, showcases, or e-portfolios.
STAFF LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Lead, mentor, and support teaching staff in integrating digital tools and pedagogies effectively.
• Design and deliver ongoing professional development in EdTech, AI literacy, digital citizenship, and online assessment.
• Build a collaborative culture of experimentation, reflection, and innovation around digital learning.
STUDENT ENRICHMENT & DIGITAL CULTURE
• Organise digital showcases, hackathons, coding clubs, film or animation festivals, and cross-disciplinary digital projects.
• Develop partnerships with tech companies, digital arts organisations, or universities.
• Support students applying to digital media, computer science, or design-related university programmes.
• Promote responsible use of AI, online safety, and digital wellbeing throughout the school community.