Ark Charter Academy, Computing Trainee Teacher

ARK TEACHER TRAINING; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational charity is seeking candidates for a Computing Teacher Training program in Portsmouth. This opportunity involves engaging in rigorous professional development and delivering high-quality lessons to help students achieve academic success. Candidates need a bachelor's degree and a keen commitment to education. Applications are rolling until the program fills, with starting in September 2026.

Benefits

Professional development support

Focus on wellbeing

Diverse teaching body

Qualifications

• Grade C/4 or above in Maths GCSE and English Language GCSE (or equivalent).
• An undergraduate bachelor’s degree or equivalent prior to starting teacher training.
• A degree or A level in Computing or related subject.

Responsibilities

• Engage in daily professional development activities.
• Plan, resource, and deliver lessons to the highest standard.
• Help maintain discipline across the whole school.

Skills

Commitment to working with young people

Ability to demonstrate high standards of conduct

Aptitude for teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Grade C/4 or above in Maths GCSE

Degree or A level in Computing/related subject

Job description

Overview

Computing Teacher Training

Location: Ark Charter, Portsmouth.

Bursaries and scholarships from: £26,000 - £31,000

Closing date: Recruitment is rolling until places are full - early applications are advised.

Starting: September 2026.

“Every child deserves a great education and excellent teaching can make that happen. I decided I wanted to be a part of that” Amin, Ark Teacher Training Graduate

About the role

You will be training to be a ComputingTeacher - this is a great opportunity to train to teach outstanding lessons and therefore help pupils achieve excellent academic results in Maths.

In this role, you will engage in rigorous and continuous professional development in order to exceed the minimum level of practice expected of teachers as defined in the Teachers’ Standards. You will be able to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct, and be a role-model, positively impacting the academy more widely.

About Ark

Ark is a charity that aims to transform children’s lives through education. In the UK, the strongest predictor of how a child will do at school continues to be what their parents do for a living – but why should this be the accepted status quo? By working in our network at one of our 39 schools, you will be directly making a positive impact on young people’s lives through high-quality teaching that sensitively considers all children’s backgrounds and needs; making educational equity a reality.

About Ark Teacher Training

Ark Teacher Training (ATT) is a school-based programme offering the perfect mixture of theory and classroom practice to develop you into the best teacher you can be. Because we believe that every child, regardless of their background, deserves to have access to a great education, we work mainly in communities of lower income with a history of academic underachievement. We are very proud to have received our second ‘outstanding’ rating from Ofsted in all categories! There are only a few ITTs in the UK that can say the same.

Special features of our programme

• Wellbeing is our top priority; we provide dedicated support and prioritise you personally so that you can enjoy a sustainable career in education.
• One of the highest investors in professional development of any schools group; we equip you with the tools you need to be the best you can be, at every stage of your career.
• We believe in the power of our people and the beauty of diversity; we value individuals’ unique qualities and expertise, which cultivates the growth of special talents to enrich our vibrant community.
• Our credibility comes from our connections with acclaimed, national and international educational research; we set goals to enhance our professional practice that are person-centred and evidence-based.

Key responsibilities

• To engage in daily professional development activities
• To plan, resource and deliver lessons to the highest possible standard that ensure learning and progress of all pupils
• To provide a nurturing classroom and academy environment that helps pupils to develop as learners
• To help to maintain/establish discipline across the whole school
• To contribute to the effective working of the school

Key requirements

• Grade C/4 or above in Maths GCSE and English Language GCSE (or equivalent)
• An undergraduate bachelor’s degree or will hold (or equivalent) prior to beginning your Initial Teacher Training
• A degree or A level in Computing/related subject
• Evidence of a commitment to working with young people
• Experience of overcoming challenges successfully
• Ability to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct
• An aptitude for teaching

Diversity and Inclusion

Our programme places heavy emphasis on diversity both within recruitment of our trainees and within the training. It’s incredibly important that pupils have a rich and diverse teaching body to learn from; they’re able to see themselves in positions of leadership and authority, while their perceptions and world-views are broadened. Read more here.

How to Apply

Applications can be made directly through our website here: Application Form | Ark Teacher Training

If you’re applying through the DfE, please see our subjects here to ensure you apply for the correct route.

For more updated and information, you can also follow us on X @ArkTTonline, find us on LinkedIn and like us on Facebook.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Ark Schools are committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce, with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.