Trainee Computer Science Teacher
Town/City:Croydon
Salary/Rate:£22,000 - £28,000
County:Greater London
Course:Phase 1
School Type:Secondary
Subject:Computer Science
Job ref:SM-CS-FCC
Post Date:08. 05. 2026
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Partnerships Co-ordinator
About the Role
You will join a supportive and ambitious secondary school in Croydon, Greater London, working within a forward-thinking Computer Science department that values innovation, creativity, and student achievement. As a Phase One Trainee Teacher, you will support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 while developing your own classroom practice through mentoring and practical teaching experience.
This graduate teaching role forms part of the Grad2Teach salaried teacher training programme, allowing you to earn while you train and build the skills required for a successful teaching career.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the teaching of Computer Science and IT lessons
- Assisting students with coding, programming, and digital learning activities
- Helping to plan engaging and interactive classroom lessons
- Supporting assessment, classroom management, and student progress
- Gradually taking responsibility for leading lessons and classroom activities
This salaried teacher training opportunity in Croydon, Greater London is ideal for aspiring teachers looking for a practical route into education.
About You
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic aspiring Computer Science teacher who is eager to begin their journey into teaching.
You may be:
- A graduate trainee with a degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, or a related subject
- A future teacher with strong communication and problem-solving skills
- A trainee educator passionate about technology and digital innovation
- Someone with experience working with young people or within educational settings (desirable)
- A proactive and reliable individual seeking a salaried route into teaching
This role is ideal for candidates looking to train as a Computer Science teacher in Greater London.
Training & Progression
Grad2Teach offers a structured and supportive pathway into teaching:
- Phase One:
- Complete a Level 4 qualification in education and training
- Gain practical classroom experience in a secondary school in Croydon, Greater London
- Receive mentoring aligned with the Core Content Framework (CCF) and Teaching Standards
- Phase Two:
- Progress to more independent teaching responsibilities
- Work towards a PGCE with Coventry University
- Move towards achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
This teacher training programme enables you to build confidence, gain qualifications, and earn while you train.
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