Trainee Computing Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Apprenticeship route (E099)

Trainee Computing Teacher – Apprenticeship ITT Route (PGCE, QTS & Level 6 Apprenticeship)

Location: Bexleyheath, Greater London / Kent (Lift Bexleyheath, DA6 7DA)

Salary: £28,559

Contract Type: 1 Year, Full-Time (Fixed Term)

Start Date: August 2027 (Summer School: 2–13 August 2027)

Closing Date: 20 June 2027

Recruitment Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

About the Opportunity

Are you eager to inspire the next generation of digital innovators and computer scientists while earning a competitive salary with zero tuition fees?

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we are proud to partner with Lift Schools to present this Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeship (ITT) opportunity in Computing at Lift Bexleyheath. Delivered in partnership with Ark Teacher Training, this 1-year school-based programme enables you to earn £28,559 while working toward a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), and a Level 6 Teaching Apprenticeship.

You will spend the vast majority of your time gaining hands-on classroom experience, putting pedagogical theory into practice, and building your teaching confidence inside a vibrant, supportive secondary school.

Key Programme Highlights

• 100% Funded – No Tuition Fees: Earn £28,559 while you train, with full coverage of your course tuition fees on the Apprenticeship route.

• Triple Qualification: Graduate in 1 year with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), and a Level 6 Teaching Apprenticeship.

• Practical Classroom Experience: Gain hands-on teaching practice as an apprentice Computing teacher, backed by dedicated 1-on-1 mentoring.

• Personalised Coaching & Mentorship: Guided by a dedicated in-school coach and personal subject tutor who provide weekly feedback, ongoing advice, and tailored career support as you gradually take on independent teaching responsibility.

• Weekly Collaborative Training: Spend half a day every week attending targeted training modules alongside fellow trainees across the Ark Teacher Training and Lift Schools networks.

• Two-Week Summer School: Prepare for your training year with two weeks of focused learning (2–13 August 2027) covering lesson planning, behaviour management, and core educational theory.

About the Placement 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, the school is actively investing in its future, including a brand-new sixth form centre and upgraded learning environments.

As part of Lift Schools—a nationwide trust of 62 schools—you will join a committed team with high expectations and a shared determination to provide an excellent education for every student, benefiting from a collaborative peer network throughout your training year and into your Early Career Framework (ECF) years.

Candidate Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this Computing Teacher Apprenticeship, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Degree: An undergraduate degree (2:2 classification or above) completed by the start of the programme. A degree in Computing or a related field is preferred (or a strong A-Level in Computing at Grade C or above).

• GCSEs: Grade 4 (C) or higher in GCSE English & Mathematics (or equivalent).

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

• Work Rights: Right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the training year.

How Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency Helps You

When you apply through Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, you receive dedicated recruitment guidance every step of the way:

1. Pre-Application Guidance: We review your background and credentials to ensure you meet all ITT apprenticeship entry criteria.

2. Interview & Selection Prep: Dedicated coaching on school-based selection processes, teaching task expectations, and safeguarding protocols.

3. End-to-End Candidate Support: A dedicated recruitment specialist to guide you through vetting, Enhanced DBS checks, and onboarding setup.