Teacher of Computing

Computing at Ibstock is an innovative and forward-thinking subject. In the Lower School, pupils are introduced to current topics across IT, Digital Literacy and Computer Science. Making use of our state-of the-art facilities. The curriculum across Senior 7-9 encourages an application-led approach that provides pupils with an opportunity to embrace innovation and creativity within Computing. The focus is on relevant and useful skills that improve knowledge, confidence, and technical ability all of which are key to the Innovation Faculty's pedagogical ethos. There is a commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the subject which is reflected in the resources that are used within the curriculum across age groups.

Alongside the timetabled lessons, several extra-curricular opportunities are also offered, giving pupils the opportunity to explore areas of the industry outside of curriculum content.

We offer a GCSE in Computer Science, following the Edexcel curriculum and an A-level in Computer Science, following the OCR curriculum. Both are highly successful courses with the number of pupils choosing to take the GCSE and A-Level courses continuing to grow each year. In order to support the development of Computing/ Computer Science, the School is seeking a passionate and talented Teacher of Computing to report to the Head of Innovation.

Candidates should be proficient Python programmers to meet the needs of the GCSE curriculum. The successful candidate would also play an important role in developing the School's recently established Innovation Hub, meaning that experience with, and interest in, CAD machinery, robotics, web design, game design and Esports would be an advantage.

This position could suit either an experienced candidate, or someone who is new to teaching and who is seeking to acquire Qualified Teacher Status through a structured training programme which the School runs in concert with the University of Buckingham.

Teaching staff are expected to be in School between 08:00 am to 16:00, however, hours are as required to fulfil the duties of this role, both before and after school hours.

Ibstock operates a six-month probationary period for teaching roles.

Start date will be 1 September 2026. This is a permanent, full-time role.

Salary will be competitive depending on skills and experience.

Deadline for application - 10 May 2026. We will start interviewing as soon as applications come in.

We offer a GCSE in Computer Science, following the Edexcel curriculum and an A-level in Computer Science, following the OCR curriculum. Both are highly successful courses with the number of pupils choosing to take the GCSE and A-Level courses continuing to grow each year. In order to support the development of Computing/ Computer Science, the School is seeking a passionate and talented Teacher of Computing to report to the Head of Innovation.

Candidates should be proficient Python programmers to meet the needs of the GCSE curriculum. The successful candidate would also play an important role in developing the School's recently established Innovation Hub, meaning that experience with, and interest in, CAD machinery, robotics, web design, game design and Esports would be an advantage.

This position could suit either an experienced candidate, or someone who is new to teaching and who is seeking to acquire Qualified Teacher Status through a structured training programme which the School runs in concert with the University of Buckingham.

Teaching staff are expected to be in School between 08:00 am to 16:00, however, hours are as required to fulfil the duties of this role, both before and after school hours.

Ibstock operates a six-month probationary period for teaching roles.

Start date will be 1 September 2026. This is a permanent, full-time role.

Salary will be competitive depending on skills and experience.