Teacher of Computer Science / IT
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 0DG14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
1 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
17 April 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Computing
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR / UPR
What skills and experience we're looking for
Ossett Academy are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and forward‑thinking Teacher of Computer Science & IT to join our successful BICTE department. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to teach KS3 Computer Science, KS4 Computer Science, and the Cambridge National in IT (CAMNAT IT). The successful candidate will inspire pupils, contribute to curriculum development, and help shape the digital futures of our learners.
KS3 Computer Science
The successful candidate will:
- Deliver engaging and accessible lessons that build strong foundational knowledge in computational thinking, programming, digital literacy, and e‑safety.
- Introduce pupils to key concepts such as algorithms, data representation, hardware and software, and problem‑solving.
- Support pupils of all abilities, ensuring they are well prepared for the demands of KS4 Computer Science or IT pathways.
Cambridge National in IT (CAMNAT IT)
The successful candidate will:
- Teach the Cambridge National IT course with confidence, ensuring pupils develop strong practical skills indata handling,project planning,digital tools, andcreative media applications.
- Guide learners through coursework units, supporting them to produce high‑quality evidence that meets assessment criteria while maintaining academic integrity.
- Deliver clear, structured teaching on IT concepts such as user interfaces, data manipulation, and the role of IT in business and society.
KS4 Computer Science
The successful candidate will:
- Teach the full GCSE Computer Science curriculum, ensuring pupils develop secure understanding ofprogramming, computer systems,networks,cybersecurity, anddata representation.
- Deliver high‑quality instruction in languages such as Python, guiding pupils through increasingly complex coding challenges.
- Prepare pupils thoroughly for both theoretical and practical assessment components, including exam technique and problem‑solving strategies.
Ossett Academy is a large site with great facilities and a fantastic BICTE department. We also have a standalone Accord Sixth Form building on-site, meaning that colleagues also have the possibility of teaching at A-Level if this is an area of interest or development.
What the school offers its staff
Applications are welcomed from teachers across the experience range. We offer an extensive programme of academy and Trust Professional Development to ensure all colleagues continue to develop as practitioners and have opportunities to work collaboratively across subjects and across academies within our Trust.
Early Career Teachers (ECTs) will have an experienced subject mentor assigned from day one in post. Colleagues are supported through their early career years with regular check ins from line managers and opportunities to meet with other ECT’s across the Trust and colleagues from HR where any further support and guidance may be required. We are an inclusive academy and Trust and embrace opportunities to develop all colleagues on their journey to success. All newly appointed teaching colleagues receive a bespoke onboarding induction including their first day off timetable to ensure sufficient time and preparation can take place.
We are confident that new staff joining our Trust will feel welcomed and happy to have chosen us. Prospective applicants are welcome to visit prior to applying.
As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits and we also encourage prospective candidates to look at our website for further information regarding our ‘People Pledge’ and our Employee Benefit package Working For Our Trust - Accord (accordmat.org).
Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing:
- Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Technology scheme via SmartTech*
- Access to an extensive discounts platform via Accord Rewards
- Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme
- 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans
- Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans.
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Free annual flu jab
- Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
*restrictions apply
Further information about the job
The Accord Multi Academy Trust was established in September 2016 and is currently made up of five academies, four of which were the founding members of the Trust. The Trust is committed to providing world class education for all our young people within our community and as such we recognise the pivotal role that our staff team have in this respect. The Trust places at the heart of its development a commitment to high quality professional development for all staff who join the Trust. We understand that by investing in our staff we will create an organisation with a shared vision and values that will transform education for young people.
We offer a supportive work environment with a dedicated and approachable central operational team and an educational strategy group who will work with you in order for you to reach your career goals and aspirations.
For an informal discussion about this position please contact hr@accordmat.org or call on 01924 921213.
Closing Date: Friday 01 May 2026 at 9.00am
Interviews likely to be held: week commencing 04 May 2026
Application forms are available from https://accordmat.org/join-our-team/vacancies/
Completed application forms to be returned to hr@accordmat.org.
Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Accord Multi Academy Trust reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
We are committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles at the Trust. We welcome and encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, other ethnic minority groups, individuals who identify as LGBT+; and/or are registered with a disability. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.
The Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Applying for the job
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About Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1728 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College website
- Email address
- hr@accordmat.org
- Phone number
- 01924 921213
Ossett Academy is part of the Accord Multi Academy Trust which is a Wakefield based Trust; all four academies in the Trust are closely located to one another which lends itself to many opportunities to work closely and collaboratively. All academies are within a three-mile radius of one another and can be found a short drive off junction 40 of the M1.
Arranging a visit to Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@accordmat.org.
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