Computer Science Teacher

  • Tradewind Recruitment
  • Northampton, Northamptonshire
  • Jul 23, 2025
Full time Education

Job Description

Computer Science Teacher - Northampton
Location: Northampton (Secondary Schools)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time - Permanent or Long-Term Options
Salary: MPS/UPS - Competitive, Based on Experience

Are you a forward-thinking Computer Science teacher with a passion for coding, digital literacy, and preparing students for the future?
Do you want to join a school where innovation is encouraged and computing is treated as a core subject?

We are working in partnership with a number of progressive secondary schools in Northampton, all seeking a dedicated Computer Science Teacher to join their teams from September 2025. These are full-time roles with both long-term and permanent opportunities, depending on your preference.

With increasing student interest in tech-related pathways, these schools are expanding their Computing provision and are looking for teachers who can deliver engaging, industry-relevant content - from programming fundamentals to real-world applications in cybersecurity, software development, and AI.

About the Role:

  • Deliver high-quality Computer Science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 available for suitably experienced candidates)

  • Teach topics such as programming (Python, JavaScript, or similar), algorithms, data representation, and computer systems

  • Foster digital literacy and computational thinking in a way that is accessible and inspiring to all learners

  • Create a classroom culture that promotes curiosity, resilience, and independence in problem-solving

  • Contribute to curriculum development, bringing creativity and relevance to schemes of work

  • Support extracurricular computing initiatives such as coding clubs, robotics challenges, or e-sports events

  • Play a role in exam preparation, coursework moderation, and intervention strategies to raise attainment

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or a recognised equivalent

  • Have a strong understanding of the Computer Science curriculum and modern teaching practices

  • Demonstrate confidence in delivering programming languages and theory at a secondary level

  • Show a commitment to inclusive education and the ability to engage students of all abilities

  • Have excellent classroom management and organisational skills

  • Be open to ongoing training and career development - whether an ECT or experienced practitioner

What's on Offer:

  • Teaching opportunities in well-supported and forward-thinking Northampton schools

  • Access to excellent ICT facilities, up-to-date software, and technician support

  • Competitive salary aligned with the Main and Upper Pay Scales

  • CPD programmes tailored to your career stage, with potential pathways into subject leadership or EdTech roles

  • A school culture that values innovation, staff wellbeing, and student engagement

  • The chance to inspire the next generation of tech leaders and digital creators

Whether you're at the start of your teaching career or looking to step into a new environment where computing is valued and supported, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow and make a real impact.

Apply today to explore Computer Science teaching roles in Northampton for a September 2025 start.