Teacher of Computer Science

Lord Derby Academy, Liverpool, Merseyside, L36 6DG

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  5 December 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  14 November 2025

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: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00

Teacher of Computer Science job summary

 

SEEL ROAD, HUYTON MERSEYSIDE, L36 6DG

Headteacher- Miss V. Gowan

FULL TIME TEACHER OF Computer Science MPS/UPS

 

Post starts – As soon as possible

Suitable for ECTs or experienced teachers

Lord Derby Academy opened on 1^st February 2014 and is part of the Multi-Academy Dean Trust. The Dean Trust’s core values include an emphasis on a traditional education, excellent discipline and the instilling of respect. Our warm and ambitious approach results in improved academic outcomes and enriching life experiences for our pupils. The Dean Trust motto “Believe, Achieve, Succeed” runs through all aspects of school life at Lord Derby Academy.

 

Lord Derby Academy has been on a true journey of school improvement and is now a heavily oversubscribed school, with an excellent reputation in the local community and beyond. The school was graded as Good by Ofsted in June 2023.

 

At Lord Derby Academy you can work in a school where:

·         ‘Staff are immensely proud to work at this school. They appreciate the consideration that leaders have for their workload and well-being’ (Ofsted 2023)

·        ‘Leaders are aspirational for pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities’ (Ofsted 2023)

·        ‘Pupils are respectful and attentive to staff’ (Ofsted 2023)

·        There is a real commitment to staff Continuous Professional Development and to staff well-being, resulting in exceptionally high staff retention rates

 

An opportunity has arisen for a full time Teacher of Computer Science to join our dedicated and thriving ICT Department at Lord Derby Academy. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a passion for ICT and a commitment to making a positive difference to the lives of pupils. The successful candidate must hold Qualified Teacher Status and is required to deliver Computer Science to pupils across the ability range at both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The ability to teach Business Studies to KS4 is desirable.

As a Teacher of Computer Science, you will be part of a vibrant, dedicated and ambitious team, contributing to the rich cross-curricular life of the school. The ideal candidate will play a role in driving the school forward as we continue to accelerate progress in all key areas through our high standards and expectations.

Method of Application

To apply please visit our careers website careers.thedeantrust.co.uk or for further information please contact Mrs N. Brady (HR Assistant) on 0151 477 8860 or email recruitment@lordderbyacademy.co.uk

 

Closing date for applications: Friday 5^th December 2025 9am

Proposed interview date: Tuesday 9^th December 2025

We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics.

 

The Dean Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.

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 Lord Derby Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1078 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Lord Derby Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lord-derby-academy

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