Teacher of Computing and IT

We are looking for an inspiring and energetic teacher of Computing/IT who is as passionate about developing their students as people as they are about their subject. As a teacher at Harris Clapham Sixth Form, you will join a dedicated and dynamic team of teachers and staff in supporting our fantastic students in our growing school in September 2026.

We are looking for a teacher for whom Computing/IT comes first; someone who can:

• Teach Computing and IT, enthusiastically, infectiously
• Make sure all students develop a deep understanding of and love for the subject
• Assess and intervene so that students reach the top grades
• Share a passion for pedagogy with other teachers, both within and outside science
• Develop and adapt the classroom curriculum to meet students' needs
• Encourage students' self-confidence and a commitment to their future so that they see and seize opportunities for personal, professional and academic growth
• Guide, lead, monitor and support a group of students as a form tutor
• Contribute to a wider passion for learning and the enrichment curriculum.

We encourage and welcome any applicant who meets the majority of our criteria to apply.

This role is offered as a fixed-term contract to March 2027.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work
• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
  
  Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
• Have good written and spoken communication skills
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
• Have excellent time management skills
• Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies