Subject Leader for Computer Studies

West Coventry Academy, Coventry, West Midlands, CV4 9PW

22 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  14 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  23 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916 - 51,048 per annum plus TLR2b

Subject Leader for Computer Studies job summary

West Coventry Academy are seeking to appoint an outstanding and motivated Subject Leader for Computer Studies to lead and further develop our successful Computing provision.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious teacher and leader who is passionate about Computer Studies and committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning.  The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the subject, inspiring students, and supporting colleagues to deliver an engaging and rigorous curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strong leadership and strategic direction for Computer Studies across the school.

Deliver high-quality teaching that inspires and challenges students.

Lead curriculum development to ensure an innovative and future-focused programme of study.

Monitor and evaluate student progress, implementing strategies to secure strong outcomes.

Support and develop colleagues through coaching, collaboration and professional development.

Promote digital literacy, computational thinking, and enrichment opportunities across the school.

The successful candidate will:

Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong subject knowledge in Computer Studies.

Have experience or a clear aspiration to lead a subject area.

Be committed to achieving the highest standards of teaching, learning and student progress.

Demonstrate strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.

Be enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life of the school.

What you will get in return

A supportive and collaborative staff team.

Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.

Access to resources and support within the wider partnership of schools.

A culture focused on high expectations, innovation and student success.

What you need to do now

To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Ana Neofitou, Headteacher, via email staffaxn@westcoventryacademy.org. To apply please complete an application form online.  Please include a supporting statement outlining how you meet the criteria set out in the person specification.

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

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement of the role.

The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS, prohibition check, qualifications (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work.

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 West Coventry Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1300 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: West Coventry Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/west-coventry-academy

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