Do you have the skills to engage students in the fast-evolving world of IT?
Can you deliver high-quality lessons that cater to a range of abilities?
Are you adaptable enough to cover other subjects when needed?
If you're looking for a rewarding challenge in an evolving subject area, this role is for you!
About the Role:
This exciting position offers a full-time opportunity for a dedicated Teacher of IT to join a secondary school in Leeds. You will be teaching KS3 and KS4 IT, supporting students in developing their technical and problem-solving skills. In addition to your subject teaching, you will take on some general cover across other departments and be responsible for a form group.
The school believes in the value of each individual and the school's role within the local community. They are committed to encouraging lifelong learning by developing creative, independent, and reflective learners. They also believe in equal opportunity and celebrating the success of all the students. Ofsted has rated the school as 'Outstanding'.
Position Details
Location: Leeds
Contract: Full time
Pay Rate: £150 - £223 per day (UPS rates will be considered)
Essential Requirements
... - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
- Flexibility to provide general cover across the school.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Java, or HTML.
- Ability to develop engaging and accessible lessons.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to differentiate learning for mixed-ability groups.
- A passion for IT and emerging technologies.live
Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging IT lessons to KS3 and KS4 students.
- Teach a range of IT topics, including coding, networking, and cybersecurity.
- Develop students' digital literacy and problem-solving skills.
- Create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
- Assess, monitor, and report on student progress.
- Support students in developing key skills such as computational thinking.
- Work collaboratively with the IT department to develop the curriculum.
- Take responsibility for a form group, supporting students' personal development.
- Cover other subjects when required as part of the general cover team.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding and school policies.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Teacher of IT. For more information, please contact kirsty.booth@randstad.co.uk or call 01132462500 and ask to speak to Kirsty or Maria
