Computing Teacher - Secondary School - Salford

Computing Teacher - Secondary School - Salford Marchant Recruitment•Salford, England, United Kingdom

A forward-thinking Secondary School in Salford is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Computing Teacher to join its team as soon as possible. This is a full-time, permanent position for a teacher who can deliver engaging lessons while helping students build the digital skills and understanding they will need beyond school.

• Computing Teacher Role
• Teaching Computing across KS3 and KS4, with GCSE Computer Science experience required
• KS5 Computer Science available for an experienced candidate
• Salford
• ASAP Start
• Full-time, Permanent
• MPS1 - UPS3 Salary

The successful teacher will deliver lessons covering a broad range of Computing topics and will help students develop both practical and theoretical knowledge.

At KS3, you will introduce students to core Computing concepts, programming and digital literacy. At KS4, you will teach Computer Science content in preparation for GCSE examinations, supporting students with programming, algorithms, data representation, computer systems and computational thinking.

The school is looking for someone who can make technical content accessible without losing the academic challenge of the subject. You should be comfortable demonstrating programming concepts, explaining problems step-by-step and encouraging students to solve problems independently.

You will join a supportive department where resources and ideas are shared. The school is also keen to appoint someone who is interested in contributing to the wider development of Computing within the curriculum.

This is a well-established secondary school in Salford with a clear commitment to providing students with the skills and knowledge needed for further education, employment and life beyond school.

Computing is an increasingly important part of the curriculum, and the school wants students to understand technology rather than simply use it. Students are encouraged to develop problem-solving skills, logical thinking and confidence with digital technologies.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced colleagues and will have access to established curriculum resources and departmental support.

Professional development is encouraged, and there are opportunities for teachers to develop their responsibilities as they become established within the school.

• Computing or Computer Science Degree or relevant degree
• Qualified Teacher Status
• Experience teaching Computing at KS3
• GCSE Computer Science teaching experience
• KS5 experience advantageous
• Strong programming and computational knowledge
• Excellent classroom management
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly
• Good communication skills
• Ability to differentiate effectively
• Commitment to student progress

The school welcomes applications from experienced Computing teachers and strong ECTs with the appropriate qualifications and subject knowledge.

The salary for this Computing Teacher position will be paid to scale on a contract to scale MPS/UPS, depending on experience and qualifications.