
Helena Rendall
Computer Teacher
From scratch to coding, making ICT click
Computer and ICT teacher with ten years teaching computing, digital skills and programming to secondary students in Leeds. Plans and delivers lessons across the curriculum — from spreadsheets and digital literacy to Python and GCSE Computer Science — and makes abstract concepts genuinely click. Lifted GCSE Computer Science results above the school average and grew uptake of the subject through engaging, practical projects. Runs a popular after-school coding club, manages the ICT suite, and supports colleagues with classroom technology. Patient with nervous beginners and able to stretch the keen coders. Looking for a computing or ICT teaching role at a school that values strong digital education.
Leeds Secondary School - Leeds, UK
Computer / ICT Teacher
Lifted GCSE Computer Science results above the school average through practical, engaging teaching.
Grew uptake of Computer Science as an option by making lessons hands-on and relevant.
Differentiate for mixed-ability classes, supporting beginners while stretching the keen coders.
Founded and run a popular after-school coding club that introduces students to real projects.
Manage the ICT suite and support colleagues with classroom technology and software.
Yorkshire Academy - Leeds, UK
ICT Teacher
Developed schemes of work and practical resources adopted across the department.
Ran catch-up and enrichment sessions that improved student outcomes.
Built the classroom and curriculum skills that led to a lead computing role.
University of Leeds
BSc (Hons) Computer Science - Computer Science
Leeds Beckett University
PGCE in Secondary Computing / ICT - Computing Education
- Computing Instruction
- GCSE Computer Science
- Programming (Python)
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Digital Literacy Teaching
- Assessment & Feedback
- Classroom Management
- ICT Suite Management
- Resource Design
English (UK)
Native or Bilingual ProficiencyGerman
Limited Working Proficiency- Patience
- Communication
- Creativity
- Encouragement
- Dedication
PGCE in Secondary Computing / ICT
Leeds Beckett University (June 2012 to Present)