Job Title: Teacher of Business Studies & Computer Science
School Name: Westhoughton High School
Working Hours: Full Time
Salary: T1 - T9
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 6th October 2026 at 12.00pm
Interview Date: W/c Monday 6th October 2026
Westhoughton High School are looking to appoint with effect from 1st January 2026 an enthusiastic, talented and organised teacher who would complement our experienced Business Studies and Computing Teams. The successful candidate will be joining a team who has a firm commitment to supporting and developing every child.
We would love to strengthen our team with someone who will be a passionate and inspirational teacher, and who can uphold our existing high standards and continue to drive the development of both the Business Studies and Computing curriculum.
Our school is a great place to work. We have high expectations of our staff, but they are strongly supported; we place a large emphasis on CPD and staff wellbeing. Our learning environment has been transformed over recent years, and we have recently undertaken a significant building and improvements programme to reflect an increase in student population.
We expect to appoint someone who can:
• Show commitment to working as part of an established team with excellent interpersonal skills
• Show a passion to teach both Business Studies and Computer Science and to instil passion in young people
• Offer a diverse range of skills and talents
• Demonstrate a firm commitment to supporting and developing every child
• Build on our whole staff commitment to supporting the learning of our young people
• Be motivated, supportive and can invest in our shared, whole school values and future aspirations.
In return we offer:
• A committed, supportive and enthusiastic staff
• An SLT that has a clear sense of purpose, corporate vision and a clear desire to move the school forward
• Students who expect and deserve the best from us all
• A commitment to professional development opportunities for all staff
• A focus on supporting and providing wellbeing opportunities for all staff.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a highly motivated, supportive and driven team. If you have the commitment and desire to join us as we push forward together, we want to hear from you.
For further details of the role and how we use your data, please see:
Job Application Pack
Application Form
Completed applications should be returned to the school office: info@westhoughton-high.org
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
Westhoughton High School is committed to safer recruitment practice, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a barred list check. Westhoughton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.