Computing and Business Teacher

TEACHER OF COMPUTING & BUSINESS STUDIES

Salary - MPS1 (£34,069) to UPS3 (£52,835)

Commencing - January or February 2027

Are you passionate about computing, business and enterprise, and keen to inspire the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs and digital problem-solvers? Do you believe in equipping students with the technological knowledge and commercial awareness they need to thrive in an ever-changing world?

The Role

Watling Academy is seeking a motivated and engaging Computing and Business Studies Teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a versatile practitioner who enjoys teaching across both subjects and helping students develop valuable digital, analytical and entrepreneurial skills. As a Computing and Business Studies Teacher at Watling Academy, you will:

• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across Computing and Business Studies, developing students' knowledge in areas such as programming, digital systems, marketing, finance and enterprise.

• Inspire curiosity, innovation and commercial awareness by demonstrating how technology and business interact to shape the modern world.

• Encourage students to become confident problem-solvers and decision-makers through real-world scenarios, investigative activities and enterprise-focused projects.

• Prepare students for future success by helping them develop critical thinking, digital literacy, teamwork and employability skills that will support further study and future careers.

• Be a key part of our supportive team, collaborating with colleagues to deliver an engaging and enriching curriculum that meets the needs of every student.

About Watling Academy

Watling Academy is an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ secondary school situated on the western edge of Milton Keynes, encompassing the Whitehouse and Fairfields developments. Opening in September 2020, our school is a new and vibrant learning community for students aged 11-18. We are excited to have opened the Watling Academy Sixth Form to our first cohort of Year 12 students in September 2025, which will provide further educational opportunities. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Kindness embody the ‘Watling Way’ and are integral to the way we interact, learn and grow together as a community.

For more information about our school, please explore our website: www.watling.academy

Learn more about why you should join us by downloading the attached Watling Academy Recruitment Pack

About The Alliance Schools Trust

The Alliance Schools Trust is driven by our mission of Care, Education and Opportunity. We prioritise care by ensuring that no student or staff member ever feels anonymous. Everyone is recognised, valued and supported, creating a strong sense of belonging within our community. Our commitment to education is reflected in our proven track record of academic success, consistently outperforming both Milton Keynes and national averages. We offer opportunity through supportive and dynamic learning environments, where every student can thrive and be well-prepared for future success in higher education or employment. For staff, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development and progression within our growing network of schools, empowering you to advance your career within a united, forward-thinking Trust.

We are recognised as leaders in raising educational standards both within our Trust and in the schools we support. We are proud to appoint motivated, highly qualified staff who thrive in a culture where collaboration and the spirit of partnership are central to everything we do.

How to Apply

Due to our commitment to safer recruitment practices, we can only accept applications through My New Term. Please do not submit CVs.

The Alliance Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

E-mail: hr@tastrust.org.uk

Headteacher: Mrs Emma Anderson

Closing date for applications: Monday 2nd November 2026, 9am