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Teacher of IT/Computing
Start date: As soon as possible
MPS/UPS
Minimum of 0.8 to fulltime
Fixed term until the end of the academic year 2025/2026.
Closing Date: Sunday 8 February 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 12 February 2026
Due to the growth of the department we are looking for a teacher of IT and Computing
Writhlington school offers our students excellent learning experiences. We would welcome applications from candidates that are passionate about teaching engaging lessons that will help students appreciate the importance of the subject and develop the skills they need to become well rounded citizens in a modern world.
The successful candidate will:
Deliver engaging and challenging Computer Science and IT lessons to students across various age groups, ensuring a stimulating learning environment.
Foster a passion for technology incorporating innovative teaching methods and real-world applications.
Contribute to the development and implementation of a cutting-edge T Level program, where you will actively participate in the creation and refinement of the curriculum.
Are you an intuitive, engaging and adaptable classroom practitioner who sets and keeps high expectations?
You will join our enthusiastic and collaborative IT, Media and Business Faculty, teaching across all Key Stages. Students follow the following specifications in IT: OCR GCSE Computer Science, BTEC Level 1/2 Digital Information Technology as well as the new T Level in Digital Production.
The faculty has excellent resources: two high spec PC suites in the main school building, plus a dedicated suite in the sixth form full of brand new PCs, MAC room suite, as well as a dedicated media space including a TV studio. All rooms have an interactive whiteboard and advanced wireless network enabling students to work on chromebooks if required.
Writhlington School is a warm and welcoming place where students are happy and enthusiastic. Students show pride in their work and constantly strive to be the best they can. We aim for our students to be respectful, resilient, ambitious, kind, confident and successful individuals. The school is located on a large modern state of the art campus that benefits from exceptional media facilities, a 400-seat theatre and a Community Sports Centre.
New staff ideas are encouraged and there are endless opportunities to lead and to contribute to its wide range of extra-curricular activities: a large Combined Cadet Force, Adventure Club and internationally recognised orchid project.
As a teacher with us, you’ll be part of a supportive and professionally rewarding environment, with a comprehensive package of national and local benefits tailored specifically for the teaching profession. We offer a competitive salary, along with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, providing a secure retirement income and family protection. Your terms and conditions of employment are in line with the nationally agreed Burgundy Book, which provides a strong foundation of entitlements. In addition to these national entitlements, we also offer a range of local benefits that support your well-being and professional development, including:
1. A confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
2. Funded continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities
3. Cycle to Work Scheme
4. Free eye tests and flu vaccinations
5. On-site free parking and low-cost catering
If you would like to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking and supportive school environment, apply today! We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Safeguarding Statement
Writhlington School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.