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
2026.01 - 2026.06
- 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
2025.09 - 2025.12
- 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
2021.01 - 2024.01
Consultant
Domestic Solutions
2018.01 - 2021.01
Software Consultant Lead
Promethean Ltd
2011.01 - 2018.01
IT Consultant
CGI Tesco Bank
2007.01 - 2011.01
Education
PGCE - Secondary Computer Science (QTS)
University of Cumbria
2025.01 - 2026.01
BSc (Hons) - Computer Science
University of Manchester
2002.01 - 2006.01
A-Levels - Business Studies, Chemistry, Computing, Economics
St Marys College Sixth Forn
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen 2000.09 - 2002.07
GCSEs - 8 including Maths, English, Science
Beardwood High School
1995.09 - 2000.07
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
2026.01 - 2026.06
Computer Science & Creative iMedia Teacher (Placement)
St Bede’s RC High School
2025.09 - 2025.12
PGCE - Secondary Computer Science (QTS)
University of Cumbria
2025.01 - 2026.01
Software Consultant
Democracy Counts
2021.01 - 2024.01
Consultant
Domestic Solutions
2018.01 - 2021.01
Software Consultant Lead
Promethean Ltd
2011.01 - 2018.01
IT Consultant
CGI Tesco Bank
2007.01 - 2011.01
BSc (Hons) - Computer Science
University of Manchester
2002.01 - 2006.01
A-Levels - Business Studies, Chemistry, Computing, Economics
St Marys College Sixth Forn
2000.09 - 2002.07
GCSEs - 8 including Maths, English, Science
Beardwood High School
1995.09 - 2000.07