Computer Science Teacher

Inspire the next generation of digital innovators. Join Westminster Academy.

Westminster Academy is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking Computer Science Teacher to join our high-performing and innovative team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who is eager to shape a future-ready curriculum and equip students with the skills needed in our increasingly digital world.

About Us:

Westminster Academy is a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive school located in central London. As an IB World School with a strong commitment to academic excellence and holistic education, we pride ourselves on our dedication to developing inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people.

Our state-of-the-art facilities and supportive teaching environment make Westminster Academy an inspiring place to work and learn. We have a growing reputation for excellence in STEM education, and Computer Science is a valued and expanding part of our curriculum.

The role:

• Deliver engaging, challenging and relevant Computer Science lessons at KS3, KS4, and potentially IB or A-Level
• Foster a classroom culture that encourages creativity, curiosity, and resilience
• Contribute to the continuous development of the Computer Science curriculum
• Use innovative teaching strategies and technologies to enhance learning
• Support students of all abilities to achieve excellent outcomes
• Participate in extracurricular opportunities related to coding, robotics, or digital innovation

Why this role?

You’ll be joining a well-established department with highly experienced and supportive colleagues, making this an ideal opportunity for someone earlier in their teaching career who is looking to develop and grow within a collaborative and knowledgeable team. Whether you’re an ECT or in the early-mid stages of your teaching journey, you’ll benefit from excellent mentorship and guidance.

What we’re looking for:

• A qualified teacher with QTS (or equivalent) 
• Passionate about computing and digital literacy with a track record of (or potential for) excellent classroom practice
• Committed to inclusive education and inspiring students from diverse background
• A collaborative team player with a growth mindset
• Eager to make a positive contribution to the wider life of the school

Top reasons to work at WA:

• A stand-alone academy that has the autonomy and uniqueness to make its own decisions and deliver the education needed for its students
• The only comprehensive London secondary school to offer the innovative IB curriculum 
• Centralised approach to behaviour management enabling our staff to teach
• Supportive staff body that works collaboratively
• Sensible approach to marking and feedback to take staff workload into account
• WA own pay scales that are above 1% national teaching pay
• CPD (little and often) a commitment to professional learning
• Planning days as part of INSET that are dedicated for staff to use for planning purposes
• Active clubs for staff- Harbour club, staff football and staff events and gym membership
• Loan for season travel tickets and bicycle scheme
• Smaller than average class sizes to allow for personalised learning
• Excellent modern building and facilities
• Protected curriculum development time
• End of year staff incentives linked to attendance
• A supportive and experienced Senior Leadership Team.

Westminster Academy reserves the right to close this advert earlier than the stated deadline should a sufficient number of high-quality applications be received. Early application is therefore advised.

We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare and expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding.  This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in addition to thorough pre-employment checks for the successful candidate.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020, as the work brings employees into contact with children who are regarded by the Act as a vulnerable group. Applicants for any role at Westminster Academy must disclose all spent and unspent convictions.

Westminster Academy is an Equal Opportunities Employer. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.

We are inclusive and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.