We are working with a prestigious independent school in Brent recruiting for a Teacher of Computer Science. This is a vital role in a school that views digital literacy and computational thinking as essential skills for the modern world.
The School This Brent-based institution is a centre for innovation featuring a state-of-the-art STEM wing equipped with the latest high-spec hardware and collaborative workspaces. The school serves an academically gifted student body and prides itself on a curriculum that moves beyond basic ICT to focus on true Computer Science. You will join a forward-thinking faculty that values creative problem-solving and technical rigour.
The Role You will deliver a sophisticated Computer Science curriculum across KS3 and KS4 with the potential to lead A-Level projects for students aiming for top-tier engineering and tech universities.
Start Date: ASAP (Full-time Permanent)
Key responsibilities include:
Technical Instruction: Teaching advanced coding languages (Python Java C) and the principles of algorithm design and data structures.
Curriculum Innovation: Developing modules in emerging fields such as Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Physical Computing (Arduino/Raspberry Pi).
Project Management: Overseeing student-led software development projects and preparing candidates for high-level GCSE and A-Level examinations.
Co-curricular Leadership: Leading the schools Coding & Robotics Club and coordinating entries for national competitions like the British Informatics Olympiad.
Pastoral & Benefits As part of the senior school team you will serve as a Tutor overseeing the academic and personal development of a small group of pupils. Benefits include access to professional-standard tech resources complimentary high-quality dining and a timetable designed to allow for deep research and resource development.
Salary Range:(M1 UPS3)
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