- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1129 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Castle Rock School website
Trust Lead Teacher of Computing
More than one location, Lionheart Educational TrustThis job expired on 13 May 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
21 August 2026
Closing date
13 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
1 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Computing
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £51,773 to £57,137
Pay scale
- Leadership L1-5
What skills and experience we're looking for
Trust Lead Teacher: Computing
Job Title: Lead Teacher- Lionheart Educational Trust
Reporting to: Director of Curriculum
Salary: Leadership pay range: L1-5
Hours: Full time
Based at: North/North West Leicestershire or South Derbyshire Lionheart Schools. The exact school base will be discussed at interview considering experience, skills and geographical preference.
Teaching hours: 0.8 FTE will be based at one of Lionheart secondary schools. This will be matched to the candidate’s experience, skills and geographical preference where possible while reflecting the needs of the trust.
0.2 FTE will be provided to undertake a strategic trust wide role, supporting leadership development and leading improvement projects linked to Computing and the Trust Development Plan.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly effective classroom teacher who is ready to take the next step in their career and gain trust-wide leadership experience while remaining rooted in classroom practice.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about making a difference beyond their own classroom and will be motivated by improving outcomes for learners across a range of secondary schools. They will be a confident and reflective practitioner with a track record of strong outcomes, bringing creativity, professionalism and a collaborative approach to their work.
The right candidate will be flexible and outward-facing, embracing the opportunity to work alongside colleagues across Lionheart Schools. Following an initial period in post, there may be opportunities to support additional schools as part of agreed improvement work, enabling the postholder to gain breadth of experience and develop as a future trust-wide leader.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Trust with staff benefits including over Health Care/Salary Sacrifice Schemes for purchasing bikes, electrical equipment, gym memberships, parking and more!
Closing date: Wednesday 13 May 2026 at 9am
Interview date: Monday 18th May 2026
How to apply
For job description and application process, please click the link below
https://www.eteach.com/job/trust-lead-teacher-of-computer-science-1548339
Please include in your application a 2 sided letter outlining:
- What skills and experience you will bring to the role.
- Your vision for inclusion across the Trust and beyond.
- Three key priorities for your first year in the post.
This post is eligible for a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (i.e. it involves certain activities in relation to children and/or adults) and is defined as regulated activity under Part 1 of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.
This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced criminal records check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check).
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, therefore, all posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.
We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.
What the school offers its staff
his is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Trust with staff benefits including over Health Care/Salary Sacrifice Schemes for purchasing bikes, electrical equipment, gym memberships, parking and more!
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.
This job post has expired.
About the schools
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- lht-hr@lionhearttrust.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01162670067
School Details
The Castle Rock School
Humphrey Perkins School
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 844 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Humphrey Perkins School website
Mercia Academy
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 579 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Mercia Academy website
The Newbridge School
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 813 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Newbridge School website
Newhall Junior School
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 284 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Arranging a visit to Lionheart Educational Trust
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lht-hr@lionhearttrust.org.uk.
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