Whitgift Summer School, Computer Science Teacher

Whitgift is one of Britain’s leading independent boarding and day schools for boys aged between 10 and 18 years, with approximately 1500 pupils and over 100 boarding or flexi‑boarding pupils. It was founded in 1596 by Elizabeth I’s last Archbishop of Canterbury, John Whitgift, and is the oldest school in Croydon. Whitgift enjoys facilities of outstanding quality, amongst the best available nationally, in a beautiful parkland estate in South Croydon with excellent links to London, Surrey and the south coast. During the summer holidays, Whitgift runs its own summer school for international students, utilising all its fantastic facilities and modern boarding house. Whitgift Summer School, with its innovative and exciting English language and academic courses, along with activities which involve English speaking students, is designed to appeal to girls and boys aged 11-17 from all over the world.

Role Overview

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Computer Science Teacher to teach one of the elements within our Digital Champions course for the 2026 summer school. The successful applicant will have a passion for teaching and an imaginative, creative approach, with a focus on student‑centred learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach and deliver engaging, inspiring Computer Science lessons to students aged 11‑17 within the Digital Champions scheme.
• Develop and utilise up‑to‑date resources and materials that foster student engagement and learning.
• Manage lesson planning and classroom management within a fast‑paced summer school context.
• Record and maintain accurate attendance and assessment records as required.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues and parents as appropriate.

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree and a well‑qualified teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent).
• Experience teaching Computer Science, preferably in a summer school or similar setting.
• Strong professionalism and ability to cope efficiently with record keeping and other administrative duties.
• High standard of spoken and written English.
• Evidence of right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract.

Commitment & Availability

Teach for a total of two weeks during the 6‑week summer programme. Two‑week break between each session; full availability for both sessions is prioritised. Applicants who cannot commit for both weeks must state this clearly in the application form.

Application Process

For further information and an online application form, please visit www.whitgift.co.uk/vacancies. From the advert on the School’s vacancy page, further information about the role and the skills required is available by selecting the ‘Documents’ button at the top right of the advertisement. Click the green ‘Apply’ button on the top right for the online application form. For any queries, please telephone the Summer School on 020 8633 9924 or email summerschool@whitgift.co.uk. We invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a daily basis, and interviews may take place at any time. This vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if sufficient applications are received, so early submission is encouraged. Closing Date: 13 March 2026.

EEO Statement

We welcome applications from all sectors of our community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake.

Safeguarding & Compliance

All roles involve contact with children and are therefore classed as regulated activity. Child protection and safeguarding are the responsibility of everyone who works or volunteers in our school. All staff must be committed to providing a safe environment for children and supporting the school’s safeguarding ethos. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers, the Disclosure & Barring Service and online media checks. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; applicants are required to declare all convictions and cautions.