Trainee Computer Science Teacher

Town/City:Leyland

Salary/Rate:£20,000 - £28,000

County:Lancashire

Course:Phase 1

School Type:Secondary

Subject:Computer Science

Job ref:SM-CS-WAC

Post Date:04. 11. 2026

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Partnerships Co-ordinator

Shah Muzir

Partnerships Coordinator

02045822472

ShahM@grad2teach.ac.uk

About the Role

About You

This opportunity is ideal for an enthusiastic graduate trainee, aspiring Computer Science teacher, trainee educator or career changer who wants to inspire young people and build a rewarding career in secondary education.

We are looking for someone who:

Holds a degree, ideally in Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics or a closely related subject.
Has a genuine enthusiasm for technology, programming, digital innovation and computational thinking.
Is passionate about helping young people develop confidence with computers and digital technology.
Can explain technical concepts clearly and make learning accessible and engaging.
Is interested in developing creative and practical approaches to teaching Computer Science.
Communicates confidently and can build positive professional relationships with students and colleagues.
Is reliable, organised and committed to professional development.
Is receptive to feedback and willing to learn from experienced teachers.
Demonstrates resilience, adaptability and a positive approach to learning.
Is motivated to progress towards becoming a qualified secondary Computer Science teacher.

Previous school experience can be beneficial, but it is not essential for every applicant. Graduates and career changers with relevant professional or industry experience, strong transferable skills and a genuine commitment to education are encouraged to apply.

Training & Progression

Grad2Teach provides a structured salaried route into teaching, combining practical school-based experience with progressive professional training.

Phase One – Level 4 Qualification

During Phase One, you will work towards the Grad2Teach Level 4 qualification while gaining hands-on experience within a secondary school environment.

Your professional development will be informed by the Core Content Framework (CCF) and Teachers' Standards, helping you establish the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required for effective teaching.

Your development will include:

Lesson planning and preparation.
Classroom and behaviour management.
Effective Computer Science and Computing teaching.
Subject-specific teaching strategies.
Supporting programming, coding and computational thinking.
Helping students understand algorithms, digital systems and online safety.
Assessment and monitoring student progress.
Supporting students with different abilities and learning needs.
Safeguarding and professional responsibilities.
Reflective practice and continuous professional development.

The combination of structured training and practical classroom experience will help you build confidence before taking on greater teaching responsibility.

Phase Two – Independent Teaching and PGCE

Following successful completion of Phase One and subject to programme requirements, trainees can progress into Phase Two of the Grad2Teach teacher training programme.

During Phase Two, you will move towards independent teaching, taking greater responsibility for planning, delivering and assessing lessons.

You will continue developing your classroom practice while progressing towards a PGCE with Coventry University and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

This structured PGCE route is designed to support your development from graduate trainee to confident classroom practitioner, combining hands-on teaching experience with professional teacher training.

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