Lead Teacher of Computing (Cornwallis Academy)
Location: Cornwallis Academy, Kent, UK
Salary: MPS/UPS and TLR2c £3,527
Contract Type: Permanent
Education Phases: Secondary
Job Roles: Teacher
Working Patterns: Full-Time
Key Stages: Ks3, Ks4, Ks5
Subjects: Computing
Application Deadline: Friday, 17th July 2026
Interview Date: Candidates to be interviewed upon receipt
Expected Working Start Date: September 2026/January 2027
About us
Cornwallis Academy is a 'Good' school on the outskirts of Loose, Maidstone with over 1300 students on roll aged 11 to 18. Cornwallis' aim is to provide all students with the best educational provision. It is a fully inclusive school, enabling all students to be the best they can be by having 'ambitions for all'. Believing all students should be given every opportunity to achieve not only academically but also personally. In line with the Cornwallis 'SMILE' ethos, the aim is to motivate, inspire, excite and engage all students so that they can be successful in their learning. Placing students' wellbeing at the heart of everything. A strong community ethos permeates throughout the school, focusing on learning and progress as well as the whole child.
Our commitment to diversity
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, and from different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make our organisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.
What's in it for you?
- A vibrant and exciting place to work
- A friendly and supportive environment
- An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationally accredited qualifications
- The support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and one Primary School, along with a term time only Day Nursery for children aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff
- A well resourced department with schemes of work and resources available
- An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to lead and further develop our growing Computing department. As Lead Teacher of Computing, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the subject across the Academy, ensuring a high quality curriculum and outstanding teaching and learning experiences for all students. You will work closely with colleagues to drive continuous improvement, promote innovation in the classroom, and raise achievement across all key stages. The successful candidate will lead on curriculum planning and development, support and coach colleagues within the department, share best practice, and help to further enhance the provision and profile of Computing across the Academy. You will be passionate about developing the next generation of digital learners and committed to ensuring that every student achieves their full potential.
Key responsibilities
- Lead on curriculum planning and development across all key stages
- Support and coach colleagues in the department, sharing best practice
- Drive continuous improvement and promote innovation in the classroom
- Raise student achievement and maintain high standards across the department
- Encourage and enable the delivery of engaging lessons that enable every student to achieve their best
- Use data effectively to monitor progress and drive improvement
- Collaborate with school leadership to shape the strategic direction of Computing
Qualifications & experience
- Experience teaching Computing across all key stages and a proven track record of securing strong student outcomes
- Drive, determination and a positive spirit
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, support and develop colleagues
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage high standards across the department
- A commitment to delivering high-quality and engaging lessons that enable every student to achieve their best
- Experience of curriculum development and a clear vision for the future of Computing education
- Enthusiasm for sharing your knowledge and passion for Computing with young people and colleagues alike
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to lead teaching and learning initiatives
- A desire to excel in an environment that values innovation, collaboration and high standards
