Computing Teacher - Royston

Randstad Staffing; Royston; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

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Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated Computing Teacher for a permanent role near Royston, Hertfordshire. This full-time position offers a stable career path in a forward-thinking environment with modern labs and a supportive department.

Start date is September 2026, with salary on the national teacher pay scale outside London, dependent on experience. The role involves delivering Computing lessons across KS3/KS4 (GCSE), planning the curriculum, coding demonstrations, assessments, and

Qualifications

• 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 with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in an accessible manner.
• Effective classroom management strategies grounded in positive encouragement and high expectations.
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to process one).

Responsibilities

• Deliver Engaging Computing Lessons: plan and deliver Computer Science and IT lessons across KS3 and KS4 (GCSE).
• Take full ownership of curriculum planning, practical coding demonstrations, ongoing student assessments, and parent-teacher consultations.
• Guide students through programming languages (e.g., Python), cybersecurity, computer systems, and digital literacy.
• Maintain a focused, structured classroom dynamic where equipment is respected and pupils feel confident solving technical problems.
• Contribute long-term to refining schemes of work, integrating new technology, and running extra-curricular coding or robotics clubs.

Skills

Classroom management

Clear communication

Curriculum delivery

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS

Job description

ocation: Near Royston, Hertfordshire / Cambridgeshire border

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £34,069 - £52,835 per annum (MPS/UPS Outer London / Fringe / Unqualified scale dependent on experience)

Are you an innovative Computing Teacher looking to secure a stable, permanent position in a forward-thinking secondary school?

Randstad Education is currently seeking a dedicated Computing Teacher for a permanent role at an ambitious secondary school located near Royston. Whether you are an experienced Computing Teacher seeking a long-term career move or an Early Career Computing Teacher looking to complete your induction in a highly supportive environment, this opportunity provides a permanent platform to share your technological expertise.

You will join a well-resourced Computer Science and IT department equipped with modern computer labs, working alongside collaborative colleagues dedicated to delivering an inspiring, future-focused curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Engaging Computing Lessons: As an impactful Computing Teacher, you will plan and deliver high-quality Computer Science and IT lessons across KS3 and KS4 (GCSE).

• Full Permanent Teacher Duties: Take full ownership of curriculum planning, practical coding demonstrations, ongoing student assessments, and parent-teacher consultations.

• Hands-On Learning: Guide students safely and effectively through programming languages (such as Python), cybersecurity, computer systems, and digital literacy.

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

• Departmental Development: Contribute long-term to refining schemes of work, integrating new technology, and running extra-curricular coding or robotics clubs.

Candidate Profile

We are searching for an approachable, skilled Computing Teacher with strong technical knowledge 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 with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in an accessible manner.

• Effective classroom management strategies grounded in positive encouragement and high expectations.

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

What We Offer

• Competitive Permanent Salary: Annual pay to scale reflective of your experience, paid on the national teacher pay scale for schools outside London, alongside access to Randstad's wide-ranging benefit schemes.

• Career Growth & Security: Enjoy the stability of a permanent contract within a supportive school environment near Royston that prioritises continuous professional development.

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