Director of Computing and Business

This is an extremely exciting time to be joining Leeds City Academy, one of the most rapidly improving schools within the Leeds area and county of West Yorkshire. We are an 11-16 academy and one of four schools within White Rose Academies Trust, a trust recognised nationally for its ground-breaking and transformational impact on the lives of the young people it serves. The academy had a Section 5 Inspection in May 2019 achieving an overall Good judgement with Leadership and Management judged as Outstanding. 

Our highly motivated and talented students are at the very centre of everything we do and the shared mission of all our stakeholders is to work ‘In Partnership’ in securing the aspirations and ambitions of every one of our young people. Our academy is a unique and truly inspirational place to work, enhanced by our wonderful students who come from a diverse range of cultures, heritage and experiences; a significant proportion of students speak English as an additional language. 

Please apply if you wish to work for a Multi Academy Trust which values and supports the next move in your career. 

Role:

The postholder will demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting the achievement of all students across their learning journey from 11–16 and beyond. You will lead on the design and development of an outstanding, innovative and creative Computing and Business curriculum, encompassing high-quality vocational and academic pathways and making effective use of the latest technologies.

The role includes fostering in both students and staff the adaptable skills and positive attitudes required for lifelong learning in a rapidly evolving world. In addition, the postholder will contribute to ensuring that leaders and teachers across The White Rose Academies Trust are provided with high-quality professional development opportunities, enabling them to be highly effective practitioners.

You will also play a key role in developing and sustaining positive external relationships at both a local and strategic level, working collaboratively with The White Rose Academies Trust and other partners to support the academy’s continued growth as a central resource for the community.

White Rose Academies Trust is a local trust dedicated to raising and fulfilling the ambitions of young people. Our academies throughout Leeds are at the heart of the communities they serve, which is why we are committed to delivering an outstanding education to every one of our students.

The trust employs over 500 outstanding professionals who are committed to unlocking the potential of the next generation. Our CPD Programme is focused on innovation, leadership development and delivery of excellence for vulnerable groups. Our Beginner Teacher Programme is amongst the best in the region. We are on a significant journey which will see all of our schools Ofsted rated as World Class within five years.

Closing Date:  26th June 2026

Shortlisting Date:  29th June 2026

Interview Date: 2nd or 3rdJuly 2026

White Rose Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check.

Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be engaging in regulated activity. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age or disability.