Teacher of Computing

Join Our Team as a Teacher of Computing at Astrea Academy Sheffield!

Salary: MPS/UPS
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2027 (or sooner if available)
Closing Date: 9:00am, Monday 19th October 2026

Are you a passionate and ambitious Computing teacher looking for your next opportunity? Do you want to inspire young people with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in an increasingly digital world?

Astrea Academy Sheffield is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Computing to join our thriving team. Whether you are an experienced practitioner or an Early Career Teacher, this is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people whilst developing your career within a supportive and ambitious academy.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a highly effective teacher of Computing.
• Has excellent subject knowledge and a passion for their discipline.
• Believes every child can succeed, regardless of background or starting point.
• Is committed to delivering a knowledge-rich curriculum and achieving strong outcomes for all students.
• Shares our values and commitment to providing an exceptional education for every child.
• Has high expectations of themselves and the students they teach.

About Us

Astrea Academy Sheffield is a vibrant and inclusive secondary academy located in the heart of Sheffield. As part of Astrea Academy Trust, we are united by a commitment to providing all children with an exceptional education, regardless of their circumstances.

We believe that every student deserves access to a rich and challenging curriculum that opens doors to future opportunities. Through high expectations, strong relationships, and excellent teaching, we strive to ensure that every student can achieve their full potential.

Our Commitment

At Astrea, we are committed to a knowledge-rich curriculum and a traditional approach to teaching, behaviour, and culture. We believe that all students should have access to the best that has been thought and said, and that powerful knowledge is the key to social justice.

Our approach is influenced by the work of Rosenshine, Lemov's Teach Like a Champion, and developments in cognitive science. We create classrooms that are scholarly, disruption-free, warm, and purposeful, enabling teachers to focus on teaching and students to focus on learning.

What We Offer

• Extensive support and progression opportunities.
• A knowledge-rich curriculum built on powerful knowledge.
• Collaborative planning with shared schemes of learning and resources.
• High-quality Computing curriculum resources.
• A feedback policy focused on whole-class feedback rather than excessive marking.
• Disruption-free learning supported by a clear and consistent behaviour system.
• Highly visible and supportive senior leaders who have your back.
• Centralised behaviour systems and detentions.
• Instructional coaching and professional development without formal graded lesson observations.
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities across Astrea Academy Trust.
• Opportunities to complete NPQs and further professional qualifications.
• Access to an unrivalled professional progression model.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to transforming lives through education. You will be part of a culture that values scholarship, hard work, kindness, and ambition, where both students and staff are encouraged to flourish.

Whether you are at the start of your teaching career or looking for your next challenge, Astrea Academy Sheffield offers the support, development, and opportunities needed to help you succeed.

Interested in Applying?

If you are passionate about education and committed to ensuring every child receives a brilliant education, we would love to hear from you.

Please take a look at the job description and candidate information pack to learn more about the role and how to apply. We warmly welcome visits from prospective candidates and would be delighted to show you around our academy and discuss the opportunity further.

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks.

We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to ensuring there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled colleagues and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process where required.

Ready to Shape the Future?

If you're ready to inspire the next generation of digital innovators, problem-solvers, and creators, apply today and become part of our mission to provide an exceptional education for every child.