IT Instructor

Overview

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Location:

Bristol
• Status:
Permanent

Salary: £29,000 per annum

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only

Start:
September 2026

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

IT Instructor

Location:

Avonside School, Bristol BS4 5PS

Hours:

40 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.00pm

About the Role

Are you passionate about technology and committed to helping young people discover what they’re capable of? Do you believe that digital skills can open doors, build confidence and transform futures?

At Avonside School, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring IT / Computer Science Teacher (or Instructor) to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your expertise to engage, motivate and empower young people with additional needs through creative and meaningful learning experiences. As our IT / Computer Science Teacher, you’ll lead the delivery of an engaging and accessible curriculum that equips pupils with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world.

Teaching students across Key Stages 3 and 4, you’ll bring technology to life through innovative lessons that develop digital literacy, computational thinking and real-world problem-solving skills. You’ll also introduce vocational learning opportunities that broaden horizons and inspire future aspirations. Working closely with colleagues, therapists and families, you’ll adapt your teaching to meet individual needs, ensuring every pupil has the opportunity to achieve success.

• Deliver engaging IT and Computer Science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, linked to the National Curriculum.
• Develop pupils  core digital skills, preparing them for further education, employment and independent living.
• Plan and deliver personalised learning experiences that meet a wide range of SEND and SEMH needs.
• Act as a Form Tutor, supporting pupils  academic progress, wellbeing and personal development.
• Work collaboratively with the therapy team to create a curriculum that reflects pupils  individual needs.
• Monitor progress and use assessment data to implement effective interventions and improve outcomes.
• Support pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of SEND provision and inclusive practice across the school.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, carers and external agencies to ensure joined-up support.
• Contribute to wider school development and innovation, embracing emerging technologies to enhance learning.

We re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about IT, Computer Science and the power of education to change lives.
• An excellent classroom practitioner with the ability to engage and inspire learners.
• Experienced in supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs, or eager to develop within specialist education.
• Creative and adaptable, able to tailor learning to individual strengths and barriers.
• Skilled in behaviour management and building positive, restorative relationships.
• Confident using assessment information to monitor progress and drive improvement.
• An effective communicator who works collaboratively with colleagues, families and professionals.
• Organised, resilient and committed to achieving the very best outcomes for young people.
• Dedicated to safeguarding, inclusion and continuous professional development.

Avonside School is a brand-new specialist school in Bristol for young people with SEMH, autism, and associated needs. We provide a supportive environment prioritising wellbeing, personal growth, and academic progress.

Our curriculum offers hands-on vocational pathways in construction, hair and beauty, hospitality, art and IT, building practical skills and independence. We empower every pupil to gain confidence, resilience, and the skills needed for further education, employment, and adult life.

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