Trainee Teacher of Computer Science

John Whitgift Foundation; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent school seeks a passionate Trainee Teacher of Computer Science to inspire and educate students aged 10-18. This permanent, full-time role offers a generous salary and benefits, including a tailored training program for aspiring educators. Enjoy hands-on classroom experience while collaborating with experienced mentors in a supportive environment. The school prides itself on academic excellence and a rich array of extracurricular activities, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in education. If you are ready to embark on an exciting teaching career, apply now!

Benefits

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Employee Discount Club

Discounted school fees

On-site gym

Healthcare plan

Family-friendly benefits

Season ticket loan

Accommodation assistance

Removal expenses support

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or career changers are encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on classroom experience with mentorship support.

Responsibilities

• Join a dynamic Computer Science department as a trainee teacher.
• Participate in funded PGCE+QTS program or in-house training.

Skills

Enthusiasm for teaching

Ability to engage students

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

PGCE (if applicable)

Job description

The Vacancy

Trainee Teacher of Computer Science

Permanent, Full-time, Full year

Start date: September 2025

Salary: Generous package dependent on qualifications

Post suitable for: Recent graduates or career changers looking to begin a career in teaching.

Whitgift is one of Britain's leading independent day and boarding schools, set in an attractive 48-acre parkland in South Croydon with excellent links to London, Surrey, and the south coast. We offer:

• a unique, tailor-made education for boys aged 10-18
• beautiful and historic parkland with outstanding facilities
• a record of outstanding academic achievement
• superb facilities for over 40 sports, an exciting performing arts programme, and a wide range of co-curricular activities
• excellent pastoral care.

We seek a well-qualified, enthusiastic, and dedicated graduate to join a dynamic, friendly, and highly successful Computer Science department as a trainee teacher. This permanent, full-time salaried role provides hands-on classroom experience with support through mentorship and collaboration with our experienced department and Initial Teacher Training tutors.

Your daily teaching experience will be supplemented by either:

• For those not yet completed a PGCE: a funded PGCE+QTS programme at the University of Buckingham, including weekly lectures, residential training, and a three-week school placement. In years two and three, completion of the bespoke in-house 'Inspiring Teaching Practices' (ECT1) and 'Leading Learning In Communities' (ECT2) programs.
• For those who have completed a PGCE and are ECT1 teachers: completion of the in-house 'Inspiring Teaching Practices' (ECT1) and 'Leading Learning In Communities' (ECT2) programs.

We offer a generous salary and benefits package, including membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme (with 3x salary life assurance) or a tailored defined contribution scheme (with 5x salary life assurance), an Employee Discount Club, school fee discounts, on-site gym, healthcare plan, family-friendly benefits, and season ticket loan. Accommodation may be available, and assistance with removal expenses up to £1,000 is provided.

We welcome applications from all parts of our community, reflecting the social and cultural diversity of our student body.

For further information and to apply online, visit our vacancy page. For queries, contact Kasim Lone, Head of Computer Science, at 020 8688 9222 or [e-mail]. Alternatively, contact the Human Resources Department at the same phone number or email [e-mail].

Applications are reviewed daily, and interviews may occur at any stage after receipt. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly.

Whitgift School (part of the John Whitgift Foundation) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure & Barring Service, and online media checks.

The Company

For over 400 years, Whitgift has transformed boys' lives through education. Whitgift 2025 is an exciting evolution of the school's site development and educational partnerships, shaped by staff and student input.

Whitgift Life & Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Employee discount club
• Discounted school fees
• Health cash plan
• Maternity pay
• Season ticket loan