Director of Computing and Business
Leeds City Academy, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 2LG17 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026 (consideration for applicants who are are unable to start until January 2027)
Closing date
29 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
12 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subjects
- Business studies, Computing
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time teacher
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Leadership L5 - L7 £57,137 - £63,070
What skills and experience we're looking for
This is an extremely exciting time to be joining Leeds City Academy, one of the most rapidly improving schools within the Leeds area and county of West Yorkshire. We are an 11-16 academy and one of four schools within White Rose Academies Trust, a trust recognised nationally for its ground-breaking and transformational impact on the lives of the young people it serves. The academy had a Section 5 Inspection in May 2019 achieving an overall Good judgement with Leadership and Management judged as Outstanding.
Our highly motivated and talented students are at the very centre of everything we do and the shared mission of all our stakeholders is to work ‘In Partnership’ in securing the aspirations and ambitions of every one of our young people. Our academy is a unique and truly inspirational place to work, enhanced by our wonderful students who come from a diverse range of cultures, heritage and experiences; a significant proportion of students speak English as an additional language.
Please apply if you wish to work for a Multi Academy Trust which values and supports the next move in your career.
Role:
The postholder will demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting the achievement of all students across their learning journey from 11–16 and beyond. You will lead on the design and development of an outstanding, innovative and creative Computing and Business curriculum, encompassing high-quality vocational and academic pathways and making effective use of the latest technologies.
The role includes fostering in both students and staff the adaptable skills and positive attitudes required for lifelong learning in a rapidly evolving world. In addition, the postholder will contribute to ensuring that leaders and teachers across The White Rose Academies Trust are provided with high-quality professional development opportunities, enabling them to be highly effective practitioners.
You will also play a key role in developing and sustaining positive external relationships at both a local and strategic level, working collaboratively with The White Rose Academies Trust and other partners to support the academy’s continued growth as a central resource for the community.
White Rose Academies Trust is a local trust dedicated to raising and fulfilling the ambitions of young people. Our academies throughout Leeds are at the heart of the communities they serve, which is why we are committed to delivering an outstanding education to every one of our students.
The trust employs over 500 outstanding professionals who are committed to unlocking the potential of the next generation. Our CPD Programme is focused on innovation, leadership development and delivery of excellence for vulnerable groups. Our Beginner Teacher Programme is amongst the best in the region. We are on a significant journey which will see all of our schools Ofsted rated as World Class within five years.
Closing Date: 26th June 2026
Shortlisting Date: 29th June 2026
Interview Date: 2nd or 3rdJuly 2026
White Rose Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check.
Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be engaging in regulated activity. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age or disability.
What the school offers its staff
Terms and Conditions
All of our employees benefit from nationally negotiated terms and conditions including STPCD (teachers) or NJC Green book (support staff). This includes our commitment to the Real Living Wage Foundation.
Long Service Recognition
After 5 years continuous service, support staff will receive 5 additional days of annual leave entitlement (pro rata).
Flexible Working
We offer flexible working arrangements from term time only, part-time, job share opportunities, as well as hybrid working where possible. Flexible working can also be requested for colleagues undergoing fertility treatment.
Wellbeing
Wellbeing champions and Mental Health First Aiders are available in each of our academies, demonstrating our commitment to, and support for staff.
Family Friendly Policies
At the heart of our policies we strive to be family orientated to support work/life balance. This includes a policy to support emergency and special leave where required.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
All colleagues and their families have access to Health Assured, a confidential service to support our colleagues with their wellbeing. This includes access to a Health Assured app.
Generous Pensions Schemes
All employees benefit from wither Teachers Pension Scheme or LGPS.
Eye Test Vouchers
Employees using Display Screen Equipment (DSE) are provided with a free eye test and up to £69 towards selected glasses* , funded by the trust. If glasses are needed solely for DSE use, the trust will pay. (*Subject to terms and conditions).
Colleague Recognition Schemes
We have a variety of schemes across our schools that allows our staff to be recognised and thanked for their hard work.
Our Commitment to Wellbeing
Through our commitment to wellbeing we have committed to the staff wellbeing charter. This is in addition to being accredited as a Mindful Employer.
Car Parking
Through our commitment to wellbeing we have committed to the staff wellbeing charter. This is in addition to being accredited as a Mindful Employer.
Headspace
We are delighted to offer access to Headspace which is available for free, for all of our colleagues. Headspace helps you create life-changing habits to support your mental health and find a healthier, happier you through science.
Salary Sacrifice Schemes
All colleagues have access to both the Tech Scheme and the Cycle to work scheme, which allows colleagues to spread the cost of these purchases, making NI savings of up to 12%.
Further information about the job
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Leeds City Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1034 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Leeds City Academy website
- Email address
- wrat-hr@whiteroseacademies.org
- Phone number
- 0113 284 4260
Arranging a visit to Leeds City Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email wrat-hr@whiteroseacademies.org.
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