Teacher of Computer Science at The Parker E-ACT Academy

E-ACT; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UK seeks a Teacher of Computer Science to inspire students and guide them towards academic achievement. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field and a qualified teacher status. This role offers an excellent pay range of £32,916 to £51,048, along with strong support for staff development and wellbeing. Join us to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension schemes

31 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status necessary.
• Degree in relevant subject required.
• Experience delivering engaging lessons.

Responsibilities

• Hold high expectations to ensure students achieve full potential.
• Set challenging objectives for diverse learners.
• Collaborate with professionals for enhanced student learning.

Skills

Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent

Ability to teach 'good or outstanding' lessons

Effective classroom management

Education

Degree in subject specialism

Job description

About this Role

Job Title: Teacher of Computer Science

E-ACT Parker Academy | Work hard, Stay Humble, Dream Big

Discover the extraordinary at E-ACT Parker Academy, an inspiring 11-18 academy situated in the vibrant community of Daventry.

At E-ACT Parker Academy, we live by the motto "Work Hard, Stay Humble, Dream Big." We believe in fostering an environment where dedication is met with humility, and big dreams are at the forefront of everything we deliver. As part of the E-ACT family, we are proud to contribute to exceptional education that shapes the future leaders of our community.

Take the next step in your career with E-ACT Parker Academy, where we are not just shaping education; we are shaping futures. Join us in the pursuit of excellence, where every day is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of our students.

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to join a vibrant educational community where every child is empowered to flourish and every colleague is supported to thrive? At our academy, we are passionate about developing the whole child through a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious culture. With a strong people-first ethos, we invest in our staff just as much as our pupils, recognising that great teaching starts with great support. If you're driven by purpose and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to welcome you.

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Faculty, this post holder will be accountable for

• Have high expectations of learners to ensure they achieve their full educational potential
• Set challenging teaching and learning objectives which are relevant to all students in your classes
• Select and prepare a range of resources that take in to account all students' learning needs, languages and cultural backgrounds
• Apply a range of teaching strategies to deliver learning objectives and incorporate inclusive strategies that meet the needs of all learners
• To work collaboratively with other professionals and manage the work of support staff to enhance students' learning

Pay range:

MPS/UPS - £32,916 - £51,048

Qualifications and Skills

• Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent
• Degree in subject specialism
• Ability to teach 'good or outstanding' lessons
• Effective classroom management

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Benefits

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

How to apply

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.