Teacher of Computer Science

Location: Hackney

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

An Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ secondary school located in the vibrant, tech-forward London Borough of Hackney is seeking an innovative, logically minded, and passionate Teacher of Computer Science to join their cutting-edge Digital Technologies & Computing faculty. This is a stellar opportunity for an ambitious educator, whether an experienced computer scientist seeking a high-performing academic environment or an energetic Early Career Teacher (ECT), to inspire computational thinking, software engineering, and digital literacy across a tech-savvy student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Computer Science, you will demystify complex algorithms, programming paradigms, computer architecture, and cybersecurity concepts. Teaching across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Computer Science), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Computer Science / Vocational IT), you will utilize fully equipped IT suites, cloud-based coding platforms, and modern hardware labs to prepare students for top university STEM programs and tech industry careers.

• Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term

• Environment: A flagship inner-London secondary school celebrated for high academic progress, tech-driven innovation, and strong social mobility

• Culture: A collaborative, forward-thinking workplace supported by dedicated IT technicians, lead practitioners, and an encouraging leadership team

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, high-impact Computer Science lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 that develop practical programming skills (e.g., Python, Java, SQL), algorithmic logic, and system architecture knowledge.

• Prepare students thoroughly for national GCSE and A-Level examinations, fostering strong problem-solving capabilities and coursework project execution.

• Integrate emerging tech topics—such as artificial intelligence, network security, ethical hacking, and data science—into daily classroom discussion and projects.

• Assess, track, and monitor pupil progress, offering targeted intervention to stretch advanced coders while building confidence in developing learners.

• Lead or contribute to departmental enrichment, including hackathons, robotics clubs, cyber-security competitions (e.g., Cyber Discovery), and coding societies.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related quantitative discipline.

• Proven proficiency in core programming languages (e.g., Python, C#, Java) and modern computational theory.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Computer Science teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (KS5/A-Level experience is highly desirable).

• Thorough knowledge of national computer science specifications and examination board criteria (e.g., OCR, AQA, Edexcel).

• Exceptional classroom leadership, communication skills, and an infectious enthusiasm for technology and software development.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Inner London MPS/UPS pay scale (commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for key stage coordination or digital strategy leadership.

• Comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured mentoring programmes, and clear pathways for rapid career advancement in an Outstanding school setting.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious, creative, and tech-passionate educator ready to shape the future of computing at an Outstanding school in Hackney, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.