Afzal Yusuf
Blackburn,Lancashire
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in curriculum planning and lesson delivery for KS3 and KS4, specialising in Computer Science. Demonstrates strong skills in differentiation, inclusive teaching, and classroom management to foster a positive learning environment. Proficient in assessment, feedback, and progress tracking to ensure student success. Committed to integrating programming and real-world computing applications into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and understanding.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Secondary Computer Science Teacher (Placement)
Preston Muslim Girls High School
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Delivered high-quality Computer Science teaching at KS3 and KS4, covering theoretical and practical concepts. Created an inclusive classroom environment and used a range of strategies to support student progress and engagement.
Computer Science & Creative iMedia Teacher (Placement)
St Bede’s RC High School
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Taught KS3 Computer Science and KS4 Creative iMedia, developing engaging lesson plans and using assessment strategies to monitor and improve student progress.
Software Consultant
Democracy Counts
01.2021 - 01.2024
Consultant
Domestic Solutions
01.2018 - 01.2021
Software Consultant Lead
Promethean Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2018
IT Consultant
CGI Tesco Bank
01.2007 - 01.2011
Education
PGCE - Secondary Computer Science (QTS)
University of Cumbria
01.2025 - 01.2026
BSc (Hons) - Computer Science
University of Manchester
01.2002 - 01.2006
A-Levels - Business Studies, Chemistry, Computing, Economics
St Marys College Sixth Forn
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen 09.2000 - 07.2002
GCSEs - 8 including Maths, English, Science
Beardwood High School
09.1995 - 07.2000
Skills
- Curriculum planning and lesson delivery (KS3 & KS4)
- Differentiation and inclusive teaching
- Classroom management and behaviour for learning
- Assessment, feedback, and progress tracking
- Strong subject knowledge in Computer Science
- Programming and real-world computing applications
Accomplishments
- Successfully delivered engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4 supporting student attainment.
- Applied real-world industry experience to enhance student understanding and engagement.
- Received positive feedback for lesson observations and classroom practice.
- Supported student progress through effective feedback and targeted intervention.
Timeline
Secondary Computer Science Teacher (Placement)
Preston Muslim Girls High School
01.2026 - 06.2026
Computer Science & Creative iMedia Teacher (Placement)
St Bede’s RC High School
09.2025 - 12.2025
PGCE - Secondary Computer Science (QTS)
University of Cumbria
01.2025 - 01.2026
Software Consultant
Democracy Counts
01.2021 - 01.2024
Consultant
Domestic Solutions
01.2018 - 01.2021
Software Consultant Lead
Promethean Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2018
IT Consultant
CGI Tesco Bank
01.2007 - 01.2011
BSc (Hons) - Computer Science
University of Manchester
01.2002 - 01.2006
A-Levels - Business Studies, Chemistry, Computing, Economics
St Marys College Sixth Forn
09.2000 - 07.2002
GCSEs - 8 including Maths, English, Science
Beardwood High School
09.1995 - 07.2000