Teacher of It/Computing - Full-time/Part-time

Leigh Academy Hugh Christie, Tonbridge

• Ref:KCC886-5431-408T
• Posted:15/05/2026
• Pay:MPS/UPS based on experience
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:31/05/2026 at 23:45
• Interviews:TBC

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Are you an innovative and forward-thinking Teacher of IT/Computing ready to join a vibrant, tech-driven department at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie? This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate specialist to join a genuinely supportive team and directly contribute to our students’ academic excellence, digital literacy, and entrepreneurial spirit.

The IT/Computing department is collaborative, high-performing, and deeply committed to bringing the digital world to life. We take pride in fostering an environment where logical thinking, creativity, and professional ambition are truly valued.

Why Teach at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie?

Working at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie offers a rewarding and dynamic experience for several key reasons:

• Exceptional Professional Development: As part of the Leigh Academies Trust, you will benefit from access to top-tier training and leadership programs. This includes specialist support and high-quality CPD from our dedicated Trust Curriculum Advisors.

• A Truly Supportive Community: We foster a positive and nurturing culture where staff thrive. You will benefit from a strong sense of community, built on a foundation of teamwork and mutual respect.

• Driven by Student Success: The academy is resolutely committed to our students' success. This mission creates a fulfilling environment for educators passionate about inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs and industry leaders.

• Modern Resources: Leigh Academy Hugh Christie boasts excellent, up-to-date technology and flexible learning spaces that fully support innovative teaching methods, enhancing the experience for both staff and students.

Take the next step in your career: join us, inspire excellence, and become part of our success story!

Information about the school

A very warm welcome to Leigh Academy Hugh Christie. Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is a co-educational school, based in Tonbridge. The school is housed in a state-of-the art building on an attractive campus with excellent facilities.

It is our mission that every child at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is happy, successful and well-prepared for adult life.

We deliver this by having a dedicated staff body, a broad and balanced curriculum with high standards of discipline, creating a disruption free learning environment. Students’ wellbeing is of equal importance alongside their academic progress and we offer outstanding support.

Our core values of being ready, being responsible and being respectful underpin everything we do at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie. Students are provided with a range of opportunities both in and out of the classroom to develop these core values.

We are very proud of the students and staff at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie. We aim to develop excellent working relationships with our parents and carers to ensure that all our students enjoy their learning, make excellent academic progress and become well rounded, responsible global citizens.

Our website can only give you a flavour of what we offer at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie, please do come and visit us on one of our open events to meet with our fantastic students and amazing and dedicated staff.

Our Ofsted report from October 2023 confirms that our quality of education, Personal development, leadership and management and sixth form provision are all good. Pupils have a range of opportunities to broaden their experiences. They enjoy the good-quality clubs, trips and visits that the school provides. Pupils develop leadership skills through taking on additional responsibilities. For example, sixth form students apply for roles such as ‘head students’ or ‘house champions’. Many sixth-formers use some of their free periods to support younger pupils’ learning in lessons.

It is our aim that every child at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is happy, successful and well prepared for adult life.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Talent Team, Leigh Academies Trust
• Address:Carnation Road, Strood, Kent, ME2 2SX
• Telephone: 01634 412 258
• Email: Joinus@LATrust.org.uk

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