Computer Science Teacher - Independent School

Location: Essex (easily accessible through the Elizabeth Line)Start Date: January 2025Contract: Maternity Cover, Full TimeSalary: Based on the schools' generous pay scale

We are looking for an enthusiastic, qualified individual to teach Computer Science in their well-equipped department. The role involves teaching Computer Science throughout the Senior School, from Year 7 up to and including the Sixth Form where the school offer IB Diploma and A Level Computer Science.

Students are taught Computer Science through computational thinking, problem-solving and practical coding exercises in a number of languages, particularly C# and JavaScript.

The school is an excellent place to work and extremely well-located. Their 75-acre site with picturesque grounds and state-of-the-art facilities makes a wonderful and inspiring learning and working environment.

The incoming Computer Science Teacher will specialise in the subject and will effectively share their expertise with their students. They should have a talent for crafting captivating and thought-provoking lesson plans that inspire and engage students. They should strive to foster a positive, orderly, and productive classroom environment.

Requirements:

• Degree in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
• The successful candidate will show a commitment to the success of every student studying Computer Science in the School and should possess a willingness to help students outside the normal teaching day.
• Be a perceptive and reflective practitioner in the classroom, committed to promoting academic excellence and embracing innovative teaching techniques.
• Be a dynamic communicator, with a demonstrable enthusiasm for the subject, and the ability to inspire and motivate students of all levels.
• Have a flexible and enthusiastic approach to work, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Possess a good sense of humour, and an ethical approach to working with others.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary
• *Subsidised shared accommodation*
• Generous pension scheme (includes membership in the Teachers' Pension Scheme)
• Optional subsidised private healthcare
• Free School lunches during term time
• Free School Sports Centre membership
• Free on-site parking
• Small class sizes and outstanding resources
• A broad academic and co-curricular programme

If you have the required skills to be considered for the post, we welcome an application from you. For further details, contact Joseph at Connaught Education.

Connaught Education - The Independent Schools Specialists

Connaught Education is a trading brand of Connaught Resourcing and operates as an Employment Business and an Employment Agency. We are a committed equal opportunities employer who respect and value cultural diversity. We are committed to supporting the welfare of children and young people. In support of current Safeguarding legislation we will carry out background checks and an Enhanced DBS Disclosure as part of our recruitment and selection procedures.