Teacher of Computer Science (Maternity Cover)

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TEACHER OF COMPUTER SCIENCE              

Location: Guangzhou, China

We’re looking to recruit a Teacher of Computer Science (Maternity Cover October 2025 – March 2026) to join The British School of Guangzhou, a Nord Anglia Education school.

THE SCHOOL

The British School of Guangzhou is at the forefront of international education in China. Established in 2005 for students aged 1-18, our school is recognised for academic excellence leading to outstanding IGCSEs, A-Level results and entry to top universities worldwide. Our stunning campus is located about 30-min drive north of the city centre. Built on the shore of South Lake, BSG campus is one of the most unique settings of any international school in China. The breathtaking views and sprawling facilities provide our students with an educational experience unlike any other. 

Each area of our campus has been thoughtfully designed to maximise our students’ learning experience with safe, age-appropriate spaces and best in class teaching materials to stimulate creativity and a love of learning. We make considerable ongoing investment to develop learning spaces that support indoor and outdoor sports, the arts, and STEAM activities.

All classrooms are attractively furnished, air-conditioned and equipped with WiFi and an interactive whiteboard or Smart TV. The school has impressive resources and facilities including music rooms, guided reading rooms, IT zones, science labs, a dance studio, sports gym, libraries, a theatre and two coffee shops for staff and parents. Outdoor facilities include three age-specific football pitches, a swimming pool, basketball courts, a well-equipped X-fit gym, an Early Years and Primary adventure playground.

At BSG, our teachers’ standards are second to none, which is why we recruit only the best. We consistently invest in our educators, providing them with training and professional development programmes in collaboration with world-leading institutions. This ensures excellence in academics, quality assurance, and safeguarding throughout our school.You can find more details of our school through the link to our website:

https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/bsg-guangzhou

THE ROLE

The Teacher of Computer Science (CS) will be engaged in the delivery of all aspects of KS3-5 CS, as well as support in the communications with our primary digital learning coordinator. We are looking for an individual who can deliver CS to GCSE level and A Level and has a passion for innovative and creative digital solutions to an emerging whole school EdTech curriculum.

We’ll look to you to promote high expectations for our students, designing learning activities that are aligned to our school’s curriculum and creating a learning culture where there are no limits to what can be achieved. You will foster an environment of respect and progress within the classroom, facilitating learning through activities that reflect a growth mindset.

ABOUT YOU

You will be able to adapt quickly to our fast-paced international environment, you will possess a university degree, a recognised teaching qualification, and teaching experience. Committed and creative, you will be reflective on your own teaching and student outcomes, seeking out and implementing new ideas and innovative methods to raise the school’s level of achievement.

Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships with parents and students. You will also be able to meet visa-related restrictions for China, including holding a Bachelor or above degree, at least 2 years of full time teaching experience etc.

NORD ANGLIA EDUCATION

We’re Nord Anglia Education, one of the world’s largest premium international schools organisations. Every day, our teachers and support colleagues help our thousands of students achieve more than they ever imagined possible.

A transformational education at one of our schools is focussed on excellent academic outcomes, creativity, wellbeing, and international connectedness. Our innovative use of educational technology also creates a personalised, 21st century learning experience for all students, while our global scale means we can recruit and retain the world’s best teachers and offer unforgettable events and expeditions. 

Our people are empowered to make a difference in their fields of expertise. Our fast pace of growth requires evolution and change from everyone, giving you the chance to define the role you do in the future. This challenges the learning agility of our employees and ensures every day brings interesting new experiences.

Founded in 1972 in the United Kingdom, our first international school opened in 1992 in Warsaw, followed by rapid growth across the world since the 2000s. 

When you join our team, you’ll become part of a global family of experts working for a fast-growing premium international brand.

OUR SCHOOLS

Each Nord Anglia Education school is unique in character and designed to meet the needs of its community. We are ambitious for our students, our people, and our schools. Working together, we can achieve more than we can individually. 

We also create unique opportunities to benefit our students and people, such as Global Campus, Nord Anglia University, and our collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF, and King’s College London.

OUR GLOBAL ACADEMIC RESULTS

The 2023-2024 academic year was the strongest ever in terms of BSG’s academic results. In A-levels, our students achieved 69% of grades at A*-A, along with 82% at A*-B. In IGCSE, BSG students achieved an outstanding set of results, with 60% of grades at 9 – 7 for the year and 92% at 9 – 4. Computer Science results specifically:  A Level 100% A* - A, AS Level: 20% A* - A, 40% A* - B and 80% A* - E.  In GCSE, 100% - A* - A.

EMPLOYMENT START DATE:  October 2025 (exact date is to be confirmed with HR)

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:  31st July 2025

JOB DECRIPTION

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TO APPLY:

Online applications need to be submitted directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV. Please visit us online at https://careers.nordangliaeducation.com/ 

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.