Job Description
Computer Science ECT – Haringey – September 2026
A progressive, high-achieving secondary school in Haringey is seeking a motivated and technically strong Computer Science ECT to join their forward-thinking Computing department from September 2026. This is a permanent Computer Science ECT role within a school rated Outstanding by Ofsted, offering an exceptional launchpad for an early career practitioner ready to develop their practice within a rigorous, supportive, and academically driven environment.
About the School
This Haringey secondary school has cultivated a strong reputation for academic ambition and innovative teaching. The Computing and Computer Science department delivers a well-structured curriculum across KS3 and KS4, covering programming, computational thinking, networking, and digital literacy, with strong GCSE outcomes and growing interest at A-Level. Behaviour is managed through clear, consistent whole-school systems - giving every Computer Science ECT the confidence and structure to teach with purpose from the outset. Enrichment provision including coding clubs, cyber security workshops, and links with local technology employers reflects the school's commitment to preparing pupils for an increasingly digital world.
What the School Offers
- A fully structured ECT induction programme with a dedicated mentor and reduced timetable
- Comprehensive CPD with clear pathways into middle leadership and curriculum development
- Robust behaviour policy with strong pastoral and SLT support at every level
- Collaborative departmental planning within a well-resourced and ambitious Computing faculty
- A research-informed professional culture that genuinely invests in early career teachers
The Role
As a Computer Science ECT, you will deliver high-quality, engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, introducing pupils to programming languages, algorithms, systems architecture, and real-world computing applications. You will use assessment data to inform your planning and track pupil progress, contribute to departmental schemes of work, and support enrichment activities including coding initiatives and digital skills programmes. Building strong, consistent relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents will be central to your growth as a Computer Science ECT in this school.
What the School is Looking For
This permanent Computer Science ECT position is best suited to candidates who:
- Hold UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or are in the final stages of a UK-recognised teacher training programme
- Possess a strong academic background - a 2:1 degree or above in Computer Science or a closely related discipline from a reputable university, ideally Russell Group
- Can demonstrate teaching experience within a UK secondary school setting through placements or an NQT/ECT year
- Show clear evidence of structured lesson delivery and measurable pupil progress in Computing or a related subject
- Are confident working within established whole-school behaviour and assessment frameworks
- Are legally entitled to work in the UK - the school is unable to provide visa sponsorship
This role is open to candidates completing or having recently completed formal UK teacher training only. Candidates without QTS or equivalent UK school experience will not be considered.
Salary & Contract
Inner London MPS: £40,317 to £52,300, with UPS up to £62,496. Salary will reflect ECT status on appointment, with clear progression through the pay scale as induction is completed.
If you are an ambitious Computer Science ECT seeking a permanent Secondary Teaching Opportunity within a high-performing Haringey school, this is an outstanding platform to launch and develop your teaching career. We welcome applications from technically strong, academically driven early career practitioners committed to long-term classroom excellence.
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Computer Science ECT | September 2026 | INDTEACH