Teacher of IT; contribute to Computer Science FTE

Overview

St Brendan's Sixth Form College is seeking a passionate Teacher of IT and digital skills to join our thriving department, with the opportunity to collaborate with and contribute to Computer Science as part of a supportive department. There is the opportunity to develop into teaching Computer Science at KS5, with full support, shared planning and subject-specific CPD. Whether you are an experienced teacher, an Early Career Teacher, or a digital professional considering a move into education, this is an opportunity to teach post-16 students in a highly supportive environment where your focus can remain on excellent teaching and learning.

Your enthusiasm, willingness to learn, and commitment to working as part of a team are more important than prior experience across the full computing curriculum.

• Teaching only post-16 students
• No tutor group responsibilities
• No break or lunchtime duties
• Dedicated pastoral and progress tutor teams
• Timetabled student support and enrichment rather than after hours
• Collaborative planning and shared resources
• Strong departmental support and mentoring
• Flexible working opportunities, including part-time and job-share arrangements

You will contribute to our successful and growing digital curriculum, including:

• Teaching IT at Level 3 as the subject develops
• Contributing to Level 2 IT and A Level Computer Science over time
• A curriculum emphasis on:
• Preparing students for a digital world and the career pathways this can lead to
• Developing practical, real-world digital skills
• Contribution to enrichment opportunities where appropriate including our Cyber EPQ

As digital qualifications continue to evolve—including exciting developments such as the upcoming V Level pathways—the department is committed to supporting teachers to grow their subject knowledge and confidence over time.

Our students Ofsted says "Students behave well in lessons and when using communal areas because leaders and managers set high expectations that are upheld by staff." You will have the opportunity to teach and shape the futures of students aiming for a range of destinations including:

• Russell Group and Oxbridge universities
• Competitive Computer Science, Cyber Security and Digital degree programmes
• Degree apprenticeships and higher-level technical careers
• Those learning digital skills to support other career paths

Many of our students aspire to careers in software development, cyber security, artificial intelligence and data science, making this an exciting and rewarding subject area to teach.

We are committed to helping colleagues thrive. Applications are welcomed from:

• Experienced Computer Science and IT teachers
• Early Career Teachers
• Teachers moving from secondary schools into post-16 education
• Industry professionals with relevant expertise considering a teaching career

Full support, mentoring and professional development will be provided, including guidance for those new to A Level teaching. This is a department where colleagues genuinely support one another and enjoy working together. We recognise that talented people are looking for different ways of working. Applications are welcome from candidates seeking:

• Full-time roles
• Part-time roles
• Job-share arrangements

If you are interested but unsure whether your circumstances fit the advertised role, we would encourage you to get in touch for an informal conversation - no judgement.

We warmly welcome informal visits and conversations with prospective applicants. This is an opportunity to join a successful specialist sixth form college where staff are supported, students are motivated, and teaching remains at the heart of what we do.

Essential:

• QTS (or another teaching qualification with a commitment to work towards QTS)
• A relevant degree or significant professional experience in IT, Computer Science or a related field

Flexible working