Digital Skills Teacher

IT / Computing Teacher – SEN & SEMH Outreach Provision

Location: Barking (IG11), East London Job Type: Full-Time / Long-Term Start Date: ASAP

Are you a passionate IT or Computing Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity outside of a traditional classroom?

We are currently recruiting a Digital Skills / IT / Computing Teacher to join an innovative and forward-thinking outreach provision based in Barking, East London.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a therapeutic education setting, supporting secondary-aged pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and other Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The position is available from the next half term, with the possibility of an earlier start, and is expected to continue until the end of the academic year.

The provision takes a personalised and inclusive approach to education, helping young people re-engage with learning, develop practical skills and build confidence in a supportive environment.

The Role

As a Digital Skills / IT Teacher, you will deliver engaging, creative and accessible lessons to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils, adapting your teaching to meet individual learning needs and abilities.

You will have the opportunity to use technology, coding and digital design to inspire young people who may have struggled within mainstream education.

Key responsibilities will include:

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Planning and delivering engaging lessons in IT, Computing, Digital Skills, Coding and Digital Design.

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Teaching KS3 and KS4 pupils through a combination of face-to-face and virtual learning.

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Adapting lessons and resources to meet individual SEND, ASC and SEMH needs.

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Supporting pupils in achieving their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets.

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Delivering creative, project-based learning activities that develop practical digital skills.

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Encouraging positive engagement, confidence and independence.

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Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, wellbeing and personal development.

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Working collaboratively with Therapeutic Education Practitioners and wider support teams.

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Monitoring pupil progress and celebrating individual achievements.

What We're Looking For

We are keen to hear from enthusiastic, adaptable and resilient teachers who:

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Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS).

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Have a specialism in IT, Computing, Computer Science or a related subject.

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Have experience teaching IT, Computing or Digital Skills at secondary level.

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Have an understanding of SEND, particularly ASC and SEMH.

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Can adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of pupils with different learning abilities.

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Are confident delivering lessons both in person and virtually.

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Have strong communication, relationship-building and behaviour management skills.

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Are patient, resilient, creative and passionate about inclusive education.

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Are committed to helping vulnerable young people achieve both academically and personally.

Previous experience within an SEN school, alternative provision, PRU or therapeutic education setting would be highly advantageous.

What's on Offer?

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Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience.

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A long-term opportunity running until the end of the academic year.

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The opportunity to work within an innovative therapeutic education provision.

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A more personalised approach to teaching outside of a traditional mainstream classroom.

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The chance to deliver creative and engaging digital learning projects.

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A collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team.

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A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

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£150 referral voucher for successful candidate referrals (terms apply).

Apply Today!

If you are a qualified IT, Computing or Digital Skills Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity within SEND or alternative education, we would love to hear from you.

We are reviewing applications immediately, with interviews and discussions taking place as suitable candidates are identified.

Apply now with your most up-to-date CV, and a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your experience, availability and the next steps.

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All appointments are subject to relevant safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references