STEM Learning
Secondary Computing & Digital Subject Specialist

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Secondary Computing & Digital Subject Specialist
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
STEM Learning has established a strong position in digital education through the National Centre for Computing Education (NCCE) and our wider work in computing, artificial intelligence and digital technologies. We are looking for an exceptional Computing & Digital Specialist to help drive our vision forward, bringing specialist expertise to shape high-quality professional learning, respond to emerging developments and influence the future of computing and digital education.
Working across NCCE and wider STEM Learning programmes, you will play a key role in growing the reach, quality and impact of our offer and ensuring we continue to meet the evolving needs of teachers, education professionals and learners.
The Role
This role provides specialist expertise in secondary and post-16 computing and digital education across STEM Learning, contributing to the organisation’s strategic direction, programme development and wider educational impact. Working across the National Centre for Computing Education and other STEM Learning programmes, the role connects subject expertise, educational research, sector intelligence and emerging developments in technology to the design and delivery of high-quality professional learning.
The role contributes to the overall success of STEM Learning by ensuring that its computing and digital education provision is evidence-informed, innovative, responsive to curriculum and policy change, and aligned with the needs of education professionals and learners. Through collaboration with internal teams and external partners, the postholder will strengthen STEM Learning’s expertise, reach and influence, identify opportunities for growth and improvement, and help position the organisation as a leading voice in computing, artificial intelligence and digital education.
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Qualifications/Skills/Experience/Competencies we are looking for include:
- Significant professional experience in secondary and/or post-16 computing and digital education, with a strong understanding of curriculum, qualifications, pedagogy and current developments in the subject.
- A relevant degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience in computing, education or a related discipline.
- Experience of designing, developing and delivering professional learning for teachers and/or other education professionals.
- Experience of developing evidence-informed educational resources and professional learning, with the ability to translate research and evidence into effective practice.
- Experience of building and managing effective partnerships with a range of stakeholders, including external organisations and delivery partners.
- Experience of managing complex projects, competing priorities and deadlines, ideally within large-scale or national programmes.
About Us
At STEM Learning, we work to improve lives through STEM education. We are a purpose-driven organisation, supporting teachers through high-impact professional development, inspiring young people to build confidence and curiosity in STEM, and connecting schools with employers to grow the UK’s future talent. Guided by our values, we focus our effort where it can make the greatest difference - helping all young people, whatever their background, to see themselves in STEM.


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By joining us, you’ll:
- Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike.
- Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers.
- Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity.
- Gain the opportunity to grow professionally.
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Our Benefits
- 30 days holidays plus bank holidays
- An additional day off on your birthday
- Access to an attractive pension scheme
- Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week
- Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year
- A comprehensive employee assistance programme
Next Steps
Closing date for applications: Friday 25th September 2026
Interview dates: TBC
To Apply
Please provide us with:
- Your up-to-date CV
- A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you think you would be the ideal candidate.
STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences. We foster a culture where every employee’s voice is respected and valued.
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