Computing LSA

This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a brand-new “Introduction to Computing” course and make it something genuinely engaging for young people who may not have had the best experience with education.
You’ll be working with learners aged 15–25, many of whom have SEND or SEMH needs, helping them build confidence through practical, hands-on computing.

This isn’t about delivering dry IT lessons — it’s about making technology feel accessible, relevant and enjoyable. Whether that’s through gaming, creative projects, problem-solving or everyday digital skills, your role is to help learners have those moments of:
👉 “I didn’t think I could do that.”

The setting has a really community feel, with a strong focus on creating a calm, supportive environment where learners can succeed.

What you’ll be doing

• Delivering engaging, practical sessions across an Entry Level–Level 1 computing curriculum
• Covering areas like:
  • basic IT skills & digital literacy
  • online safety
  • Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams)
  • introductory coding & gaming
  • creative digital tasks and real-life scenarios
• Building learners’ confidence, independence and problem-solving skills
• Embedding Maths & English naturally into sessions
• Creating a calm, inclusive classroom environment that works for young people with additional needs
• Using a trauma-informed, relational approach to behaviour and engagement
• Tracking progress and keeping records up to date
• Working closely with LSAs, pastoral staff and wider teams
• Supporting learners with next steps, including work experience and career pathways

What they’re looking for

• Confident using everyday IT tools (especially Microsoft 365)
• Someone who can make computing feel simple, engaging and accessible
• Experience working with young people — this could be:
  • teaching
  • tutoring
  • mentoring
  • youth work
• A patient, calm and encouraging approach
• An interest in supporting learners with SEND / SEMH
• Strong communication and organisation skills

💡 A Level 3 Award in Education & Training is ideal, but not essential — support can be provided to gain this.

Why this role stands out

• You’ll shape and lead your own course, not just deliver someone else’s
• Smaller groups and a more personalised approach to learning
• A strong focus on relationships, wellbeing and confidence-building
• The chance to make a real difference with young people who need a different approach to education

About the provision This is an alternative education setting supporting young people aged 15–25 who may not thrive in mainstream environments.
Learners are often referred from:

• secondary schools
• PRUs
• specialist SEN settings

The provision delivers a range of vocational and life skills programmes, with a strong focus on confidence-building, wellbeing and employability, alongside Functional Skills in Maths and English.
Safeguarding & application At Supply Hive, safeguarding is a top priority. All candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing in line with safer recruitment practices.
All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications, training and Right to Work in the UK. Pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

Ready to make a difference? If this sounds like the kind of role where you can really make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply today or get in touch with our team to find out more.

Not quite the right fit? We work with a wide range of schools and alternative provisions across Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. You can view all our live roles at:
🌐 www.supplyhive.co.uk