Computer Science Specialist | Digital Learning Academy | Colchester, Essex
Role: Teacher of Computer Science (KS3–KS5)
Location: Colchester, Essex
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience
Are you a technically confident Computer Science educator who can develop students’ programming ability, computational thinking and understanding of the systems that underpin modern technology?
A secondary academy in Colchester is seeking a Computer Science Teacher to contribute to its digital curriculum. The successful candidate will combine clear theoretical instruction with practical programming and problem-solving activities.
The Role
Programming Excellence: Teach programming concepts, algorithms, data structures and computational thinking across the relevant key stages.
Systems Knowledge: Deliver lessons covering computer architecture, networks, data representation and cybersecurity fundamentals.
GCSE and A-Level Preparation: Support examination groups with programming tasks, written assessments and structured revision.
Digital Enrichment: Contribute to coding projects, computing clubs and opportunities for students to explore technology beyond the classroom.
The Candidate
Qualifications: Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
Technical Expertise: Demonstrates confident programming knowledge and a strong understanding of the Computer Science curriculum.
Instructional Clarity: Can explain abstract concepts through practical examples and structured demonstrations.
Problem-Solving Focus: Encourages independent thinking, persistence and logical reasoning.
The Environment
Technology-Led Learning: Work in a school that recognises the importance of digital literacy.
Practical Curriculum: Encourage students to apply theoretical knowledge through programming.
Collaborative Teaching: Share resources and approaches with colleagues.
Student Development: Support pupils considering further study or careers in computing.
Apply Now
If you are passionate about developing confident, capable computer scientists, submit your CV for a January 2027 start.
- Location
- Colchester
About Marchant Recruitment
Write a short description of your company, a boilerplate of the business, service or product that you offer. Include your business idea and the target audience. This text is primarily supposed to be descriptive, not selling.