Digital Skills / ICT Teacher

Acorn Care and Education; England; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is seeking a Digital Skills / ICT Teacher to lead Digital Skills at Groveside School. The role involves high-quality teaching, tracking pupil progress, and supporting colleagues. Candidates should hold QTS and have a passion for working with SEND pupils. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000 plus a £1,000 Welcome Bonus, with 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, permanent contract during term time only.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record of raising standards and outcomes.
• Passionate about developing pupils’ confidence, independence, and self‑control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Digital Skills across the school.
• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching to individuals and small groups.
• Track and evaluate pupil progress using data to drive improvement.
• Support and develop colleagues through collaboration and shared practice.
• Create stimulating, safe, and inclusive learning environments.

Skills

Inspirational classroom practitioner

Experience working with SEND pupils

Strong relationship-building skills

Creative and energetic

Calm under pressure

Education

Holds QTS

Job description

Job title

Digital Skills / ICT Teacher

Location

Groveside School, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7AY

Salary

Up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata) plus £1,000 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)

Hours and Contract

37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: March 2026

Eligibility

UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship

About the Role

Groveside School is seeking an exceptional Digital Skills / ICT Teacher to lead and champion Digital Skills across our thriving SEND school. This is not just a teaching post – it’s a chance to influence curriculum design, inspire pupils, and support colleagues within a small, nurturing environment where relationships, wellbeing, and progress truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Digital Skills across the school
• Deliver engaging, high‑quality teaching to individuals and small groups
• Track and evaluate pupil progress using data to drive improvement
• Inspire outstanding teaching and learning in and beyond the classroom
• Support and develop colleagues through collaboration and shared practice
• Play a key role in the School Development Plan
• Create stimulating, safe, and inclusive learning environments
• Work closely with our multi‑professional team to ensure consistent support for pupils

Qualifications & Experience

• Holds QTS
• Inspirational and engaging classroom practitioner
• Experience working with SEND pupils
• Proven track record of raising standards and outcomes
• Strong relationship‑building skills using restorative approaches
• Resilient, approachable, and calm under pressure
• Creative, energetic, and with a great sense of humour
• Passionate about developing pupils’ confidence, independence, and self‑control

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wide range of mental health support services and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform with health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discounts on UK and abroad services
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity and paternity leave, paid fertility treatment support

Contact

Please contact Zoe Eastwood on 01183 744556 or visit www.grovesideschool.co.uk for more information about the school.