Computing teacher - Bury St Edmund

Randstad Education; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 22,140 - 36,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Welcoming community

Refer a Friend £300

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a Computing Teacher to join a progressive secondary school in Bury St Edmunds. You will plan and deliver Computing and IT lessons across KS3 and KS4 (GCSE) in line with the UK National Curriculum.

Join a forward-thinking ICT/CS faculty with modern IT suites, collaborating with colleagues to make technical learning engaging and accessible for all students.

Qualifications

• Must hold QTS or QTLS.
• Proven track record of working as a Computing Teacher in a UK secondary school.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical concepts accessibly.
• Strong classroom management strategies based on positive encouragement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging computing lessons across KS3 and KS4 (GCSE) aligned with the UK National Curriculum.
• Take full curriculum ownership including planning, demonstrations, assessment and marking.
• Guide students through programming concepts and cybersecurity topics.
• Support departmental resources and contribute to extra-curricular coding or robotics activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to update schemes of work and learning resources.

Skills

Clear communication

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

QTLS

Tools

Python

Job description

Are you an innovative Computing Teacher ready to equip the next generation with essential programming, cybersecurity, and digital skills?

Randstad Education is currently seeking a dedicated Computing Teacher to join an ambitious secondary school in Bury St Edmunds. Whether you are an experienced Computing Teacher seeking a fresh challenge in Suffolk or an Early Career Computing Teacher looking to build strong foundations for your career, this position offers an ideal platform to share your technological expertise.

You will join a forward-thinking ICT and Computer Science faculty equipped with modern IT suites, working alongside colleagues who collaborate closely to make technical learning exciting and accessible for every student.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Engaging Computing Lessons: As an impactful Computing Teacher, you will plan and teach stimulating Computer Science and IT lessons across KS3 and KS4 (GCSE) aligned with the UK National Curriculum.

• Full Curriculum Ownership: Take full responsibility for class preparation, practical coding demonstrations, ongoing pupil assessment, and constructive marking to accelerate student progress.

• Hands-On Learning: Guide students safely and effectively through programming languages (such as Python), computer networks, data structures, and online safety practices.

• Positive Environment: Maintain a focused, supportive classroom dynamic where equipment is respected and pupils feel confident troubleshooting complex technical problems.

• Departmental Contribution: Work alongside departmental peers to update learning resources, refine schemes of work, and support extra-curricular coding or robotics clubs.

Candidate Profile

We are searching for an approachable, skilled Computing Teacher with a strong technical background and excellent classroom leadership.

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS.

• Proven track record of working as a Computing Teacher or Computer Science specialist within a UK secondary school setting.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical concepts in an accessible, engaging manner.

• Strong classroom management strategies grounded in positive encouragement and clear expectations.

• Holds an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to process one through Randstad).

What We Offer

• Competitive Daily Rates: Pay rates reflective of your experience, paid weekly, alongside access to Randstad's wide-ranging benefit schemes.

• A Welcoming Community: Work within a supportive Bury St Edmunds school environment that prioritises staff well-being, teamwork, and continuous development.

• Referral Scheme: Earn a £300 Love2shop voucher by recommending a qualified colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme (T&Cs apply).