Primary School Teacher - Fun Technology/Computing Lessons

Recruiter
NextThing Education
Location
Leatherhead
Salary
Competitive
Posted
14 Apr 2017
Closes
06 May 2017
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
NextThing.Education Ltd is a company that consists of creators, inventors and coders that provide schools with fun and exciting IT lessons using of the latest and greatest technology. The company aims to take people with a passion for technology and put that passion to a great use - teaching, inspiring and creating with children who are eager to learn. From virtual reality to drones, to??? pretty much anything with a computer inside! We use the latest innovative technology that has a huge appeal to children and students to encourage learning. Involving the students and encouraging practical learning is the core of the company's philosophy.

As a teacher, you will be required to travel to local schools and take the lead delivering lessons. There will be a variety of interesting technology used every lesson to keep feeding the children's' thirst for knowledge. It is not necessary to be an IT genius or an aeronautical engineer. Training will be provided along with detailed lesson plans, and this could even be a great opportunity for you to be able to take more advantage of the latest technology that you've not yet been able to have fun with!

Responsibilities:


Travelling to schools in Surrey and surrounding counties
Preparing in advance to make sure you are confident with the technology used for each lesson.
Leading a class of up-to 30 primary school students aged between 7-12 years.
Helping set up equipment in a timely manner.
Building a good rapport with school officials.
Helping students with questions.
Last but not least, ensuring all the children have had a fun fuelled learning experience.


The Person

The perfect candidate would possess these qualities:


A willingness to learn
No fear of trying new things
An interest in technology
Enjoyment helping others
Works well under pressure
Punctual
Reliable
Organised
Personable
Confident


Requirements:


As you will be required to work with children, you must have no criminal convictions as a DBS certificate is required in order to upkeep the legal safeguarding requirements for schools.
A driving licence with own transport.
Must have a QTS qualification. Please do not apply if you do not have this.


This opportunity is open to anyone who has a desire to teach, who enjoys learning about new technology and who wants to have fun at the same time. This isn't your normal teaching role - this role is for creative, passionate and inspired people who want to get as much out of their jobs as they put in.

Dress Code: Smart

Salary: GBP28,000.00 - GBP31,000 /year

Required experience:


PGCE: 1 year