Computer Science Teacher – Elite Secondary School – Blackburn

Marchant Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Supportive department

Job summary

Blackburn High School in Blackburn, Lancashire, is seeking an exceptional Computer Science Teacher to join its high‑performing department on a full‑time basis. The post offers the chance to work with motivated students in a culture of high expectations and outstanding behaviour.

The school is renowned for excellent GCSE and A‑Level outcomes and state‑of‑the‑art facilities. You will deliver engaging, high‑quality lessons across key stages, contribute to enrichment beyond class, and play a key

Qualifications

• Qualified Computer Science Teacher with QTS (PGCE or equivalent).
• Inspire a love of Computer Science across all key stages.
• Strong subject knowledge with the ability to deliver engaging, high-impact lessons.
• Commitment to academic excellence and student success.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Full-time Computer Science Teacher within a thriving department.
• Teach motivated students in a culture of high expectations and outstanding behaviour.
• Join a well-resourced faculty with strong GCSE and A-Level outcomes.

Skills

QTS essential

CS expertise

Engaging lessons

Academic excellence

Education

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Our client School is seeking an exceptional and inspiring Computer Science Teacher to join a highly prestigious Secondary school located in the heart of Blackburn, Lancashire. This is a rare opportunity to become part of an outstanding academic community renowned for excellence, ambition, and a deep commitment to holistic education.

The Role

• Full-time Computer Science Teacher position within a thriving and highly successful department
• Opportunity to teach motivated, academically able students in a culture of high expectations and outstanding behaviour
• Join a well-resourced faculty with a strong track record of delivering exceptional outcomes at both GCSE and A-Level

About the School

This is one of Blackburn most distinguished Secondary schools, recognised for its exceptional academic standards and nurturing environment. With an impressive 86% A-B at A-Level* and outstanding GCSE performance, the school consistently ranks among the top educational institutions nationally.

Oversubscribed and highly sought after, the school typically receives multiple applications for every available place, reflecting its excellent reputation within the local and wider educational community.

In 2025, the school was proudly named among the Top 150 Secondary Schools in the UK, a testament to its ongoing commitment to excellence.

The school is characterised by:

• A culture of continuous improvement and academic ambition
• Outstanding pastoral care, with student wellbeing placed firmly at the centre of its ethos
• State-of-the-art facilities and exceptional teaching resources
• Rich opportunities for enrichment and academic extension beyond the classroom
• A diverse, forward-thinking community that values both tradition and innovation
• Exceptionally high standards of pupil behaviour and engagement

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Computer Science Teacher with QTS (PGCE or equivalent essential)
• Passionate, dynamic, and able to inspire a love of Computer Science across all key stages
• Strong subject knowledge with the ability to deliver engaging, high-impact lessons
• A commitment to academic excellence and student success
• Legal right to work in the UK

What’s on Offer

• Competitive remuneration aligned with the Secondary School Pay Scale
• Opportunity to work in one of Lancashire’s most respected and high-achieving schools
• Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking department