IT & Computer Science Teacher-Authors

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• Experience in publishing and education sectors
• Experience working alongside an experienced Education Editor supporting real publications
• Develop research and planning skills to a specific project brief
• Your own published material that will help future learners succeed in their qualifications
• Familiarisation of teaching requirements set by examination boards
• Particularly good experience for those preparing to go into teaching or management roles - understanding how to structure lessons, communicate theory to students of different ages/abilities, and cover unit specifications
• Opportunity to develop your own resource ideas
What we're looking for:
• Detailed, wide-ranging knowledge of IT & Computer Science
• Ability to adapt and improve your method of working through feedback loops
• Ability to communicate effectively, concisely - to write with flair and enthusiasm for your subject!
The ideal candidate will be able to apply creative strategies for teachers, taking the content students need to learn and presenting it in an accessible and digestible way.,
• A strong interest in the subject area (including up-to-date knowledge of any recent developments), backed up with an excellent academic record
• Strong research and analysis skills; attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, and to communicate ideas and knowledge with clarity
• Write in a creative, yet clear and coherent style
Minimum Qualification Level Required
• 2:1 or higher in a Computing/IT based degree
• Grade A/A (or equivalent) in A Level/BTEC Computing, Maths or Physics
Additional Desirable Requirements
• PGCE and/or teaching experience
• Experience of writing in a professional context, e.g. freelance educational writing
  
  ZigZag Education is a Bristol-based educational publisher. We are based in a single location split over eight rooms. There are approximately 50 members of staff plus additional temporary staff, often including many students. We are a highly focused business which creates resources such as worksheets, practice exam papers, teaching notes, digital interactive web teaching resources, etc.
As a relatively small team we offer an informal, friendly and flexible working environment. Based in Greenway Business Centre, we have free parking and our offices back onto playing fields, providing a quiet and green setting. The offices are provided with free chilled water, milk, tea, coffee and biscuits/fruit. We make an effort to enjoy some social occasions such as a summer BBQ, Christmas dinner, bowling, picnic, and the occasional drink after work. Dress code is smart casual. You will be working with a professional team dedicated to achieving the highest possible standards, in which every member of the team is excellent at contributing within their role. As such, you will need to demand the highest standards of yourself and have pride in what you do. © ZigZag Education®, Unit 3, Greenway Business Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol BS10 5PY | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy | Accessibility Policy | Follow Us Join Us