Teacher of Computer Science & Business Studies
About This Role
Boys’ Secondary & Senior School (IGCSE & IB DP experience preferred, but A-Level will also be considered)
Male Applicants Only
Are you a dynamic, student-centered educator specializing in Computer Science and Business Studies who inspires curiosity in coding, entrepreneurship, problem-solving, and digital innovation? Do you thrive in a collaborative educational setting that emphasizes personalized learning, academic success, and holistic wellbeing?
At Nun Academy, we foster teamwork, creativity, and growth, creating a distinctive learning community. We are in search of an exceptional Teacher of Computer Science and Business Studies to become part of our expanding Boys’ Secondary & Senior School.
Key Responsibilities
- Craft and deliver engaging lessons in Computer Science and Business Studies (KS3–KS4; KS5 including IB DP), aligned with the Cambridge/UK and IB DP curricula.
- Develop students’ computational thinking and technical skills in areas such as programming, algorithms, data structures, databases, networks, cybersecurity, and software development (e.g., Python/Java/JavaScript; HTML/CSS; SQL).
- Foster robust business knowledge among students, covering subjects like enterprise, marketing, finance, operations, business strategy, and global economics.
- Effectively utilize assessments to inform teaching and interventions, offering timely and constructive feedback to students and their families.
- Lead or assist in co-curricular activities (coding clubs, robotics, enterprise challenges, investment clubs, competitions, and innovation events).
- Contribute to school initiatives focusing on digital wellbeing, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship.
- Ensure adherence to best practices in safeguarding, inclusion, digital citizenship, and health & safety within classrooms and labs.
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum mapping, progression pathways, data analysis, and enrichment opportunities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computing/Software Engineering (or a related field) alongside a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE/QTS or international equivalent).
- Demonstrated teaching experience with the Cambridge and/or UK curriculum; proven success at IGCSE/GCSE level. Experience teaching IB DP or A-Level Computer Science and/or Business Studies is highly preferred.
- Strong classroom management abilities with inclusive strategies for multilingual learners; proficient use of digital tools and platforms (e.g., Google/Microsoft, Git/GitHub Classroom, coding environments, basic cloud/VMs).
- Experience with robotics/physical computing (Micro:bit/Arduino/Raspberry Pi) and/or cybersecurity is highly valued.
- Exhibit a growth mindset, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to student wellbeing, safeguarding, and responsible technology use.
What We Offer
- A supportive, values-driven culture with high expectations and exceptional professional development opportunities.
- Career advancement opportunities and collaboration in a forward-thinking environment.
- A competitive international compensation package (details to be shared with shortlisted candidates).
Safeguarding Commitment:
Nun Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks and references (e.g., ACRO/DBS or international police checks).
Application Process:
To apply, please submit your CV, a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications for the role, and contact information for two referees. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Apply via the WhatSchool platform.
Campus Requirement:
This role is based at our Boys’ Secondary & Senior School, and in compliance with local regulations, we can only