Computer Science Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Teacher of Computer Science for a secondary school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. The role starts in January 2026 and is open to NQTs and experienced teachers. A degree in Computer Science or related field is essential, along with QTS or equivalent. The school provides excellent support, educational development opportunities, and a well-structured environment for teaching KS3 to KS5.

Benefits

Free accredited professional development courses

Access to in-house Training and Development Team

GBP150 referral bonus

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent required.
• Strong programming and computing curriculum knowledge essential.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Join a well-structured ICT & Computing department.
• Teach Computer Science across KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Strong programming and computing curriculum knowledge

Excellent classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Computer Science or IT-related degree

QTS or equivalent

PGCE / SCITT / Teach First trained

Job description

Teacher of Computer Science Hertfordshire (AL8 6YR)

Prospero Teaching is working with an Ofsted rated Good secondary school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, to recruit a NQT or experienced Teacher of Computer Science. The role begins January 2026 (or sooner) and is open to both ECTs and experienced teachers.

Teacher of Computer Science Information:

• You will join a successful, well‑structured ICT & Computing department.
• The position is open to both Computer Science ECTs and experienced teachers.
• The school offers a range of professional development opportunities.
• Computer Science is taught at KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• The school is located in a well‑served area for public transport, with on‑site parking available.

Contract Details:

• Location: Hertfordshire, Welwyn Garden City (AL8 6YR)
• Position: Teacher of Computer Science
• Type of work: KS3 / KS4 / KS5
• Contract start date: January 2026 (or sooner)
• Contract type: Temporary or Permanent
• Full time/part time: Full time
• Minimum rate of pay: Paid to scale Outer London Fringe
• Hours: 8:00am – 3:30pm or 4:00pm, plus parent evenings

Experience, Training and Qualifications:

• QTS or equivalent
• PGCE / SCITT / Teach First trained
• Computer Science or IT‑related degree
• Strong programming and computing curriculum knowledge
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up‑to‑date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching can offer the successful candidate: free, accredited continued professional development courses including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management, and access to our in‑house Training and Development Team.

If you have a friend who you think would be interested in this vacancy, you can refer them to us and earn GBP150 through our Refer a Friend scheme.