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Abdallah Salim

Abdallah Salim

LONDON,Camden Town

Summary

I'm a passionate and well-qualified trainee Computer Science teacher with a BSc in Computer Science and an MSc in Information Technology. Currently completing my PGCE with placements at Islington Arts and Media School and Langley Park School for Girls, I have designed and delivered engaging, high-quality lessons across the curriculum. My strong subject knowledge spans multiple programming paradigms and mathematical concepts, enabling me to support learners at varying levels, including GCSE and A Level. I am deeply committed to fostering ambition, integrity, and academic growth in every student, and I am eager to contribute to a school community that shares these values.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Trainee Teacher of Computer Science/ICT and Maths

Langley Park School for Girls
Beckenham, London Borough of Bromley
01.2025 - Current
  • Utilised technology effectively in delivering lessons and tracking student progress.
  • Implemented innovative techniques for better comprehension of difficult topics.
  • Ensured safety and wellbeing of students with regular risk assessments.
  • Maintained records of student attendance, grades, and behaviour reports meticulously.
  • Teaching Computer Science at KS4 and KS5 Level, ICT at KS3 Level, IMEDIA at KS4 Level and Maths at KS3 and KS4 Level.

Trainee Teacher of Computer Science and ICT

Islington Arts and Media
London, London Borough of Islington
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Inspired student engagement for improved academic performance.
  • Supported the development of extracurricular programs; encouraged overall personality growth.
  • Collaborated with colleagues for development of effective lesson plans.
  • Assisted lead teachers in curriculum planning and implementation.
  • Teach Computer Science at KS4 Level, Teach ICT at KS3 Level

Education

PGCE - Computer Science with ICT

London Metropolitan University
London
09.2024 -

Master of Science - Information Technology

London Metropolitan University
London
09.2022 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science (Distributed Networked Systems)

Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham
09.2018 - 06.2022

BTEC LEVEL 3 - ICT (Software Development)

City and Islington College
London
09.2016 - 06.2018

GCSEs -

William Ellis Secondary School
London
09.2010 - 07.2015

Skills

Technical & Subject Knowledge Skills

  • Strong grasp of computing fundamentals: Programming, networking, cybersecurity, databases, hardware/software
  • Proficiency in key software/tools: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, coding platforms (eg Python, Scratch, HTML/CSS)

Pedagogical Skills

  • Classroom management: Especially important when students are working independently on computers
  • Good adaptive teaching style: Being able to tailor tasks to different ability levels

Soft Skills

  • Communication: Explaining complex concepts in a simple, engaging way
  • Patience: Essential when students get frustrated or struggle with tech

Bonus Skills

  • Able to teach a range of subjects: These include Computer science from KS3 to KS5, ICT from KS3 to KS5, IMedia at KS4, BTEC ICT and Maths from KS3 to KS4 Level

Languages

German
Intermediate
Swahili
Upper intermediate

Affiliations

  • I am a keen Basketball Player and play a lot in my free time. I also have a full UK driving licence and a CBT Certificate. I ride motorbikes a lot and will probably use a motorbike to get to school.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Trainee Teacher of Computer Science/ICT and Maths

Langley Park School for Girls
01.2025 - Current

Trainee Teacher of Computer Science and ICT

Islington Arts and Media
10.2024 - 12.2024

PGCE - Computer Science with ICT

London Metropolitan University
09.2024 -

Master of Science - Information Technology

London Metropolitan University
09.2022 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science (Distributed Networked Systems)

Royal Holloway, University of London
09.2018 - 06.2022

BTEC LEVEL 3 - ICT (Software Development)

City and Islington College
09.2016 - 06.2018

GCSEs -

William Ellis Secondary School
09.2010 - 07.2015
Abdallah Salim