Head of Computing and IT

Appleton Academy, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD12 8AL

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  16 October 2025 at 2pm

• Date listed

  7 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS +TLR2b allowance of £6,081 per annum

Head of Computing and IT job summary

Appleton Academy, Woodside Road, Wyke, Bradford BD12 8AL

Head of Computing and IT

MPS/UPS +TLR2b

Full Time, Permanent

Start : January 2026

Apply by: Thursday 16th October @ 1pm

Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 20th October 2025

Head of Computing and IT overview:

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced teacher and future leader to join us as we nurture and develop the dreams and aspirations of our young people.

Appleton Academy is an ‘all-through’ school educating children and young people from 3-16 years old. We are proud that we are a community that works together to inspire, nurture and develop one another. Appleton Academy is a “Good” school. Ofsted said the following. ‘Leaders have high expectations of pupils. These expectations are evident as you walk around the school. ’The school is calm and purposeful.’ ‘Pupils feel listened to and they are proud of their school.’ ‘Leaders encourage pupils to read often.’

The secondary phase has approximately 180 pupils in each year group from year 7 to year 11. We have planned a broad, balanced and rich curriculum experience that is designed to inspire enthusiasm for learning, ensure achievement and to support pupil well-being and happiness. It enables us to build strong relationships, celebrate diversity, encourage respect and build a sense of community. It provides and acknowledges success for all children, in all aspects of their development and it recognises, encourages and celebrates all types of talent.

As a member of the secondary phase, you will be joining a strong and supportive team of staff who are driven to ensure that our pupils achieve the highest possible standards. As a school, we all work together. The ability to collaborate and be open to development is essential and we aim to maximise potential within each member of staff.

We are looking for Head of Computing and IT who is passionate about teaching their subject and can inspire young people. The successful candidate should be aspirational, have high standards, and be excited about making a difference to the education of all children and young people. If you value support and want to be the best teacher that you can be, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or current subject leader ready to take the next step in their career.

The successful applicant will have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Successful and varied teaching experience.

Experience of managing resources effectively.

An outstanding and proven track record of leading school improvement initiatives.

We can offer:

A hard-working Leadership team dedicated to the success of our students.

An inclusive approach to learning.

Appleton Academy was voted Secondary School of the Year at the Telegraph and Argus Education Awards April 25

High quality Continuous Professional Development opportunities.

Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

Secure, on-site parking.

Free access to our on-site gym.

Appleton Academy is part of the Exceed Academies Trust which is a highly successful group of school based largely in Bradford. Exceed Academies Trust also has a SCITT, provides support and training across the region and now has the Bradford Teaching School Hub leading school improvement across the city. Exceed Academies Trust believes that successful schools develop their own identity and individuality whilst working in partnership to develop and share best practice.

Visits to the Academy are warmly welcomed and can be arranged through Liz Dunn at Hays. If you feel you are up to the challenges ahead and would like to share in our continued success, then please contact our recruitment partner Liz Dunn at Hays Education for an application pack and further details. Telephone 03330105352 or mobile 07523919597 or email liz.dunn@hays.com. The closing date for completed applications is Thursday 16th October 1pm. Interviews to be held week commencing Monday 20th October 2025.

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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 Appleton Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 16
• Education phase: Through
• School size: 1254 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Appleton Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/appleton-academy-bradford

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