Computer science teacher

Term Time Teachers; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Term Time Teachers seeks a highly experienced Computer Science Teacher to join its strong department in Tonbridge. The position is permanent with a September 2026 start date, and a daily rate of £130–£200.

The school fosters academic excellence and innovation and invites applicants who inspire the next generation of tech leaders. Applicants should have a degree in Computer Science or related field, a teaching qualification (PGCE/QTS preferred), and experience teaching CS at secondary level with

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS) preferred.
• Experience teaching Computer Science at secondary level.
• Strong knowledge of programming languages (Python, Java, HTML/CSS).

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging Computer Science up to KS5.
• Teach key concepts including programming, algorithms, data structures, cybersecurity, and computational thinking.
• Foster a creative and inclusive classroom environment.
• Prepare students for examinations and real-world applications of computer science.
• Contribute to curriculum development and extracurricular activities such as coding clubs or hackathons.
• Stay current with developments in education and technology to bring fresh ideas into the classroom.

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

Java

HTML/CSS

Job description

Position: Computer Science Teacher

Location: Tonbridge

Employment Type: Permanent

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: £130 - £200 per day

About Us

Term time teachers are looking for a highly experienced computer science teacher to join a strong computer science department in Tonbridge. This school is committed to academic excellence and innovation within education. If you are ready to inspire the next generation of tech leaders, this could be the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging Computer Science up to KS5.
• Teach key concepts including programming, algorithms, data structures, cybersecurity, and computational thinking.
• Foster a creative and inclusive classroom environment where students feel confident exploring technology.
• Prepare students for examinations and real-world applications of computer science.
• Contribute to curriculum development and extracurricular activities such as coding clubs or hackathons.
• Stay current with developments in education and technology to bring fresh ideas into the classroom.

Requirements

• A degree in Computer Science or a related field (Bachelor's or higher).
• Teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience teaching Computer Science at secondary or post-secondary level.
• Strong knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, HTML/CSS, etc.).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for teaching and the ability to inspire young minds.

Desirable

• Experience with online teaching tools and educational technology platforms.
• Interest in AI, robotics, or other emerging tech fields.
• Willingness to participate in school events, projects, and team collaboration.

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB)