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Cardiff
4 months ago
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ICT Teachers Wanted!

Do you speak fluent Python, dream in Java, and know your way around a motherboard like it's your morning commute? If so, take a byte of our latest teaching roles!

Supply Desk  is working with a network of fantastic client schools who are actively searching for passionate ICT Teachers to plug into their teams. Whether you're a coding ninja or a software-savvy sensei, this is your chance to reboot your career with purpose!

Job Description:

As an ICT Teacher, you’ll:

Deliver engaging and innovative ICT and Computer Science lessons to secondary school students.
Inspire future tech wizards with your knowledge of software, hardware, and digital skills.
Contribute to curriculum development and bring a creative spark to the classroom.
Support students in developing computational thinking—and maybe even a few killer apps.
Work collaboratively with tech-enthusiastic colleagues and take part in whole-school ICT initiatives.
Experience with coding (e.g. Python, HTML, JavaScript) is a definite plus – the more you bring to the (mother)board, the better!
You’ll Need:

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
Enhanced DBS (on the update service or willing to apply)
EWC registration
A love of all things digital—and a sense of humour doesn’t hurt either!
Why Supply Desk?

Positions available in a range of vibrant and supportive schools
Long-term and day to day work available to suit YOUR needs!
Competitive pay rates and career support from our tech-friendly team
Opportunity to help shape the future generation of digital innovators!
So if you're ready to code your way into the hearts and hard drives of students across the country, apply today! Don’t let this opportunity be a 404—your dream teaching job is just a click away

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