Job Description

Teacher of Computer Science

Location: Secondary School - Leicestershire
Contract Type: Full-Time, Maternity Cover
Start Date: August 2025
Salary: £150 - £220 per day (depending on experience and pay scale)

Tradewind Recruitment are working on behalf of a school in Leicester to recruit a committed and knowledgeable Teacher of Computer Science to cover a maternity leave starting in August 2025.

The Role:

  • Teaching Computer Science across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

  • Delivering engaging and well-structured lessons aligned with the OCR GCSE J277 specification

  • Preparing pupils for assessments and tracking progress in line with school policies

  • Promoting digital literacy and enthusiasm for computing

  • Contributing to the computing department and wider school community

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification

  • Have recent experience teaching Computer Science at secondary level

  • Be confident with Python programming and core computer science concepts

  • Be familiar with the OCR J277 GCSE specification

  • Demonstrate excellent classroom and behaviour management skills

  • Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one

How to Apply:

If you are a passionate Computer Science teacher seeking a rewarding maternity cover role at a reputable grammar school, we would love to hear from you.

Click apply now or send your CV to dominic.watts@twrecruitment.com or call 0116 2430299 for more information.