Temporary Teacher of Computing

Kirkby High School, Liverpool, Merseyside, L32 9PP

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  28 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  14 September 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (393)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Science
• Working pattern: Full time: 25
• Contract type: Fixed term - Required for 1st January 2027 to cover maternity leave until 31st December 2027 (or until the postholder returns from maternity leave). - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

• • A commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing
  • Qualified Teacher Status
  • The ability to teach computing up to KS3 and KS4
  • A thorough knowledge of the National Curriculum changes for computing
  • An enthusiasm and passion for the teaching of computing
  • Excellent subject knowledge
  • The ability to develop effective working relationship with students
  • The ability to command the respect of staff and students alike
  • The ability to work as a supportive team member
  • Excellent classroom teaching & management skills
  • A high degree of organisational ability
  • A commitment to continued professional development
  • A willingness to share best practice and learn from others
  • Experience of using ICT in computing
  • A willingness to take part in extra-curricular activities

What the school offers its staff

• Excellent CPD opportunities
• An opportunity to join a well-established, committed and successful team in an Academy with a strong ethos of teamwork and support
• An opportunity to join a friendly and supportive staff
• Free on-site parking
• Occupational Health and Pension
• Excellent facilities

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

Kirkby High School acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice standards and Ofsted requirements.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

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About Kirkby High School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1042 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Kirkby High School website
• Email address: j.barrett@kirkbyhighschool.net
• Phone number: 01514778710
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kirkby-high-school

 
Kirkby High School is an Ofsted rated 'Good' 11-16 mixed comprehensive. All staff at Kirkby High School fully embrace our vision: “A community driven by high expectations and mutual respect providing all individuals with the belief and opportunities to succeed now and in the future”.  


Kirkby High School stands at the centre of our local community and we believe that we offer our young people guidance and aspiration to be the best they can be in all aspects of life. Quality teaching and learning, supported by reliable pastoral systems, ensure that students are preparing well for later life. 


We believe in building a culture of resilience and tolerance in which our students can thrive. Our aim is to increase our students’ 
 self-belief and to show them that they can be what they want to be. 

Arranging a visit to Kirkby High School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email j.barrett@kirkbyhighschool.net.

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