# Trainee Computing Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Tuition Fee-paying route (S625)

**Company**: Lift Schools
**Location**: Bexleyheath
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Job type**: Full time
**Salary**: GBP 29,000 - 31,000 per year
**Category**: Education
**Industry**: Education

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## Description

Are you looking to become a Computing Teacher and start a rewarding career in education?

Our school-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme gives you the opportunity to learn directly in the classroom, supported by experienced teachers and mentors. Delivered in partnership with Ark Teacher Training, working towards your Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

You will spend the majority of your time gaining practical classroom experience, putting pedagogical theory into practice, and building your teaching confidence throughout the school year.

**Programme key details**

- Role title: Trainee Computing Teacher (Tuition Fee-paying route)

- Qualifications earned: Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) & Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

- Programme duration: 1 Year (Full-time)

- Key dates: Summer School (2 – 13 August 2027)

**Why choose our Initial Teacher Training Programme?**

- Tax-free Bursary: On the Tuition Fee-paying route, a tax-free bursary of £29,000 or £31,000 scholarship is available, subject to eligibility.

- Practical classroom experience: Gain hands-on teaching practice as an unqualified Computing teacher, backed by dedicated 1-on-1 mentoring.

- Fully supported progression: Your personal tutor and in-school coach guide you as you gradually take on more independent teaching responsibility.

- Network & community: Spend half a day every week in dedicated training sessions alongside fellow trainees from across the Ark Teacher Training and Lift Schools networks.

**What the Teacher Training Programme includes**

### Two-week Summer School (August 2027)

Prepare for your training year with two weeks of focused learning. Our Summer School (2 – 13 August 2027) helps you enter the classroom with a strong foundation in educational theory, lesson planning, and behaviour management.

### Personalised mentoring & coaching

You will never feel on your own. A dedicated subject tutor and in-school mentor provide ongoing advice, weekly feedback, and tailored career support.

### Targeted weekly training

Weekly training modules enhance the practical teaching skills you apply in the classroom every day.

### Nationwide support network

Connect with current trainees and alumni across our 62 schools nationwide. As part of Lift Schools, you will benefit from a collaborative peer network throughout your training year and into your Early Career Framework (ECF) years.

### Recognised PGCE & QTS qualifications

Graduate with both a Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

**Eligibility requirements**

- Degree: An undergraduate degree with a 2:2 classification or above (or equivalent) by the start of the programme. A degree in Computing, (or a related field) is preferred. Alternatively, a strong A-Level in Computing (Grade C or above) will be considered.

- GCSEs: Grade 4 (C) or above in GCSE English & Mathematics (or equivalent).

- Status: Right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the training year.

- Teaching status: Must not currently hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

**About our school** Lift Bexleyheath is a welcoming and ambitious secondary school with a strong community ethos and a clear focus on continuous improvement.

Located just 30 minutes from central London, we're investing in our future, including a brand-new sixth form centre and improved learning environments. You'll be joining a committed team with high expectations and a shared determination to provide an excellent education for every student.

## Skills

### Required
- Computing
- Education
- Teaching

### Nice to have
- Degree in Computing
- Strong A-Level in Computing

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