Teacher of Computer Science (with interest in DT & Engineering)

STREATHAM AND CLAPHAM HIGH SCHOOL GDST; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Streatham & Clapham High School is seeking a dynamic teacher of Computer Science to join their thriving community. This role involves teaching from Years 7 to 11 and supporting Design Technology. The school is committed to advancing girls in STEM and offers a supportive environment with numerous benefits for staff.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Access to extensive professional development opportunities

Training grants for qualifications

Generous pension schemes

Free life assurance benefit

Discount up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools

Free lunches for all staff during term time

Interest free loans for training and computer purchases

Cycle to Work scheme

Good transport links

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a strong academic background in Computer Science or related field.
• Track record of successful teaching at GCSE and/or A Level.
• Commitment to advancing girls in STEM.

Responsibilities

• Teach Computer Science from Years 7 to 11, with potential A Level teaching.
• Support teaching of Design Technology and Engineering at Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Prepare students for university applications and degree apprenticeships.

Skills

Teaching

Computer Science

Design Technology

Engineering

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Strong academic background in relevant subject

Job description

Required: September 2025

Streatham & Clapham High School (SCHS) is seeking a dynamic and inspirational teacher of Computer Science, with an interest for Design Technology and Engineering, to join our thriving and forward-thinking school community.

In this role, you will teach Computer Science from Years 7 to 11, with the opportunity to teach A Level if suitably qualified. Alongside this, you will play an active role in supporting the teaching of Design Technology and Engineering at Key Stage 3 and 4.

This is a key appointment within a school that is deeply committed to advancing girls and young women in STEM. You will also be involved in preparing students for university applications and degree apprenticeships, while helping to build strong relationships with academic and industry partners.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified teacher with a strong academic background in a relevant subject and a track record of successful teaching at GCSE and/or A Level. We are looking for someone who embodies our values of kindness, compassion, integrity, and respect.

The Departments

The DT/Engineering and Computer Science departments are an intrinsic part of our commitment to advancing women in STEM. Both departments share a vision of excellence and aim to inspire a passion for technology and engineering in our students.

The Computer Science department benefits from a brand-new refurbishment, including a dedicated podcasting booth, and the DT department is undergoing further improvements this summer. Approximately two-thirds of our students achieve grades 9-7 at GCSE.

About Streatham & Clapham High School

Streatham & Clapham High School is a vibrant, exciting and fulfilling place in which to work. The School is characterised by a warm, welcoming and supportive atmosphere. New colleagues are supported through a personalised induction programme.

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Generous pension schemes
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Free lunches for all staff during term time
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Good transport links
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

Applications should be received no later than midday, 5 June 2025.

Interviews will take place shortly thereafter, though the school reserves the right to appoint an exceptional candidate at any stage of the application process.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.