Teacher of Computer Science (Maternity Cover - Full-time)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Applications are invited from well qualified, committed and enthusiastic teachers to join our highly successful Computing department. The department prides itself on delivering a Computing curriculum which provides opportunities for learners of all abilities to access Computer Science in a fun and engaging way. As a flexible practitioner, you will teach across a wide ability range while maintaining high expectations for all learners. Knowledge of Computer Science and programming are essential as well as a desire to help every child fulfil their potential.

Applications are welcome from both experienced and newly qualified teachers of Computer Science who can demonstrate high standards, commitment, passion and the ability to teach across the full range of age and abilities. Applications from suitably qualified ECT’s will also be considered

What the school offers its staff

Would you like the opportunity to work as part of a team of highly experienced and ambitious colleagues? Graveney is an extremely popular and successful 11-18 School, situated in South West London, SW17 with the benefit of being situated in beautiful campus style surroundings with excellent facilities and a warm community atmosphere. We have a commitment to providing the best opportunities to all students and to developing the professional skills and career opportunities of our staff, within a supportive and collaborative environment

Designated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted in November 2022 and widely recognised as one of the top 100 state funded schools in the country.

“Top performing local school again, based on an aggregation of the five key accountability measures…” The Times

The department is dynamic, supportive and successful with a long history of excellent results at KS4 & 5, where we currently teach GCSE Computer Science, Level 1/Level 2 BTEC in Digital Information Technology, A level Computer Science and Level 3 AAQ BTEC National ICT. We also have an exciting programme of study at KS3 with an emphasis on how computers work, data handling, HTML and programming in particular.

Further details about the role

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Alternatively, these can be downloaded from the school’s website:

Electronic applications should be returned to [email protected]

Closing Date: Noon, Monday 23 February 2026
Interview: As soon as possible after the closing date

The selection process will include a lesson observation followed by panel interview

Please note that applications will be considered for shortlisting as and when they are received and the Trust reserves the right to close the advert at any time.

Graveney Trust is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the well-being and safety of staff and students. All our employees, volunteers and contractors share this commitment and we will carry out Enhanced DBS checks for all appointments as well ensuring that our rigorous pre-recruitment checks are strictly adhered to.

We foster an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity creating an environment where the rights and dignity of all members of our community are respected. We promote a culture that allows staff to grow and flourish, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

This vacancy is not open to recruitment agencies

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Graveney School
(Graveney School is part of Graveney Trust)
Welham Road
Tooting, London
SW17 9BU
Tel: 020 8682 7000
Fax: 020 6767 5883
Website:
Executive Principal: Mrs Cynthia Rickman

Commitment to safeguarding

we are committed to safeguarding and ensuring the well-being and safety of staff and students. All our employees, share this commitment and we will carry out Enhanced DBS checks for all appointments as well ensuring that our rigorous pre-recruitment checks are strictly adhered to. We foster an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity creating an environment where the rights and dignity of all members of our community are respected. We promote a culture that allows staff to grow and flourish, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.