Computing and ICT

I worked as an ICT Curriculum Advisory Teacher for an inner London Local Authority for ten years, supporting and advising schools and early years settings on a range of ICT matters, teaching in the City Learning Centre, and creating policies, schemes of work, resources and teaching materials.
I am delighted to be continuing this work as a consultant, with the opportunity to provide bespoke support for schools in Computing, Online Safety and many other aspects of ICT and technology in schools.

Audits and Evaluation

I can offer a comprehensive audit and evaluation service which could include:
  • Auditing the current ICT infrastructure and hardware provision
  • Reviewing current policies, action plans and documents against statutory requirements
  • Evaluating the current provision for delivering the Technology and ICT aspects of the EYFS Framework
  • Evaluating the current provision for delivering the Computing Curriculum to pupils in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
  • Writing a report identifying key points of action for the school
Following the audit I can offer the following:
  • An update of key policies  and documents in line with statutory requirements and school priorities
  • Suggestions for developing the provision for Computing and ICT (including writing an Action Plan)
  • Support for SLT to further develop a whole school vision for Computing and ICT
  • Support for implementing this vision in school as part of School Improvement Planning

Computing Subject leadership

I work as the Computing Subject leader in several schools, visiting regularly, usually at least once every half term.
My work on these days can include: 
  • Working 1:1 with teachers on planning lessons
  • Delivering staff INSET and CPD
  • Liaising  with technical support services/technicians
  • Writing and updating action plans and policies
  • Working with SLT on ICT budgets, quotes and orders
  • Carrying out work scrutiny and monitoring activities
  • Teaching demonstration lessons and workshops
  • Working with other curriculum leaders to develop ICT across the wider curriculum
  • Meeting link Governors and reporting to the Governing body where necessary
I can alternatively offer regular support and mentoring for your own school Computing subject leader, helping with:
  • Developing subject knowledge and confidence
  • Developing the role of a subject leader
  • Writing and updating Action Plans
  • Working with budgets, quotes and orders
  • Organising Computing and ICT resources 

Computing Curriculum

I have written a comprehensive scheme of work for the Computing Curriculum, which provides medium term planning and resources for  Year 1-6. See below for more details.
I can introduce this scheme of work to your staff, and work with them over the course of the year to ensure that they have the skills and confidence to teach all aspects of the Computing National Curriculum effectively.

​I can also develop the scheme of work to fit your school, to incorporate any specific needs, technical issues or other requirements.
Alternatively I can work with you to support your use of other schemes of work or lesson plans that you may have bought or subscribe to.