Computer Science Teacher | Secondary School | Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Marchant Recruitment; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Computer Science Teacher for a two-term placement starting January 2027 in Wakefield. You will deliver structured computing lessons, developing pupils’ programming skills and supporting GCSE preparation.

Holds QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification and can explain technical concepts clearly. The role offers full-time hours in a supportive school environment with a focus on digital literacy and practical learning.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong CS subject knowledge and ability to teach programming.
• Able to explain technical concepts clearly to pupils with varied levels of experience.
• Demonstrates effective classroom management and assessment strategies.

Responsibilities

• Teach Computer Science across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver lessons on algorithms, programming, computer systems, networks and data representation.
• Plan practical coding activities that develop logical thinking and independent problem-solving.
• Support GCSE pupils with examination preparation and programming-related tasks.
• Assess pupil understanding regularly and address misconceptions through targeted teaching.
• Maintain a safe, purposeful learning environment during practical computer-based lessons.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

CS knowledge

Programming instruction

Clear explanations

Classroom management

Adaptability to schemes of work

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Role: Teacher of Computer Science – KS3–KS4
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term for two terms
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: MPS/UPS, dependent on experience

A secondary school in Wakefield is looking to appoint a Computer Science Teacher for a two-term placement beginning in January 2027. The school needs someone who can deliver structured computing lessons, develop pupils’ programming skills and support GCSE students in preparing for their examinations.

The Role

• Teach Computer Science across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver lessons on algorithms, programming, computer systems, networks and data representation.
• Plan practical coding activities that develop logical thinking and independent problem-solving.
• Support GCSE pupils with examination preparation and programming-related tasks.
• Assess pupil understanding regularly and address misconceptions through targeted teaching.
• Maintain a safe, purposeful learning environment during practical computer-based lessons.

The Candidate

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has secure Computer Science subject knowledge and confidence teaching programming.
• Can explain technical concepts clearly to pupils with varied levels of experience.
• Uses effective classroom management and assessment strategies.
• Can quickly adapt to existing schemes of work and departmental expectations.

The Environment

The school aims to develop pupils’ digital literacy and technical confidence through practical learning and structured assessment. The successful teacher will work alongside colleagues to maintain continuity across the curriculum during the fixed-term placement.