Location
Bexleyheath, just 30 minutes from central London.

Hours
Full-time, 1 year programme.

Salary
Tax-free bursary of £29,000 or £31,000 scholarship available, subject to eligibility.

About the Role
Start your teacher training journey with Lift Schools and train to teach Computing through our school-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme. Delivered in partnership with Ark Teacher Training, this programme leads to a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). You will spend the majority of your time gaining practical classroom experience, supported by experienced teachers and mentors, putting pedagogical theory into practice and building your teaching confidence throughout the school year.

Key programme details include a two-week Summer School (2 – 13 August 2027) to prepare you with educational theory, lesson planning, and behaviour management. Throughout the year, you will receive personalised mentoring and coaching from a dedicated subject tutor and in-school mentor, weekly targeted training modules, and access to a nationwide support network across Lift Schools and Ark Teacher Training. This comprehensive support ensures you develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed as a Computing teacher.

Lift Bexleyheath is a welcoming and ambitious secondary school with a strong community ethos and a focus on continuous improvement, including investment in new facilities such as a sixth form centre. Join a committed team with high expectations and a shared determination to provide excellent education for every student.

We are committed to building a diverse teaching workforce and provide robust support systems to ensure every trainee reaches their full potential regardless of background.

Take the first step toward a rewarding career in education by joining our Computing Teacher Training Programme.

Experience
No prior teaching experience required. Enthusiasm for education and computing essential.

About you
- Motivated to start a career in teaching Computing.
- Willing to learn and develop practical classroom skills.
- Able to work collaboratively within a school community.
- Committed to continuous professional development.

Qualifications
- 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.
- GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent).
- Right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the training year.
- Must not currently hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).