Computer Science Teacher

Upton-by-Chester High School, Chester, Cheshire, CH2 1NN

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  February 2027

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  2 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (783)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)

Computer Science Teacher job summary

Through the study of Computer Science our learners will have the opportunity to develop aspects of their character such as resilience, perseverance, confidence, curiosity and independence.

Our curriculum and our teaching approach is inclusive, no one is excluded on account of their race, ethnicity, culture, religious beliefs, gender, disability or social disadvantage.

The curriculum and resources used ensure that all learners see themselves represented within these resources and are relevant to all. There is a strong focus on inclusive teaching for disadvantaged learners.

Learners will develop the capacity to apply their problem solving skills and computer science knowledge to life beyond school, they will become successful citizens, contribute to society and live fulfilled lives.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Upton-by-Chester High School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1728 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Upton-by-Chester High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/upton-by-chester-high-school

“This is a good school with an outstanding 6th Form” OFSTED 2019

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