Robotics & Coding Instructor - Creative IQ (Powered by RoboThink)

Job Title: Robotics & Coding Instructor for Creative IQ ( Powered by RoboThink)

Job type: Part-time, Term-time
Location: Multiple school locations across London
Salary: £9.00–£14.25 per hour, dependent on age in line with our age-based pay structure

Pay Rates

• Aged 16–17: £9.00 per hour
• Aged 18–20: £12.17 per hour
• Aged 21+: £14.25 per hour

Inspire the Next Generation of Innovators

Creative IQ powered by RoboThink is looking for enthusiastic, reliable and engaging STEM, Robotics & Coding Instructors to join our growing team and deliver exciting after-school programmes across London. Our programmes give primary-school children the opportunity to explore robotics, coding, engineering and technology through practical, hands-on projects designed to develop creativity, problem-solving, teamwork and confidence.

You do not need to be an expert programmer or robotics engineer to apply.

We provide the lesson plans, equipment, resources and training. What matters most is that you are enthusiastic, dependable, confident around children and able to create a fun and positive learning environment.

Current Vacancies

We currently have opportunities at the following schools:

Monday
Courtland Primary School – NW7 3BG

Tuesday
St Andrew's Primary School – N20 8NX

Tuesday
Emmanuel Primary School – NW6 1TF

Wednesday
Grange Primary School – W5 4HN

Thursday
Grange Primary School – W5 4HN

You can apply at [email protected] for one day/location or multiple days, depending on your availability.

Applicants who can consistently commit to more than one club each week are particularly encouraged to apply at [email protected].

Working Hours & Availability:

This is a part-time, term-time position delivering after-school clubs at schools across London. Instructors must be available between 2:30pm and 6:00pm on the day(s) they choose to work. Each working day will consist of a 3-hour paid shift scheduled within this availability window.

The exact start and finish time may vary between schools depending on the school's dismissal time and club timetable.

For example, a shift may run:

• 2:30pm–5:30pm
• 2:45pm–5:45pm
• 3:00pm–6:00pm

The 3-hour shift includes time for:

• Travelling/arriving at the required school as instructed
• Signing in and preparing for the session
• Setting up equipment and resources
• Delivering the after-school club
• Supporting students and managing the classroom
• Packing away and checking equipment
• Completing attendance and session reporting

Applicants must therefore be able to consistently keep the full 2:30pm–6:00pm window available, even though the scheduled paid shift will be 3 hours.

Current Days & Locations

Monday
Courtland Primary School – NW7 3BG

Tuesday
St Andrew's Primary School – N20 8NX

Tuesday
Emmanuel Primary School – NW6 1TF

Wednesday
Grange Primary School – W5 4HN

Thursday
Grange Primary School – W5 4HN

Applicants may apply for one or multiple days, depending on their availability.

About Creative IQ powered by RoboThink:

Creative IQ provides engaging STEM and technology education experiences for children through schools and educational settings.

Powered by RoboThink's educational approach, our sessions introduce children to concepts across:

• Robotics
• Coding
• Engineering
• Technology
• Problem-solving
• Logical thinking
• Creativity and design
• Teamwork and communication

Our approach goes beyond simply following instructions. Children are encouraged to build, experiment, test, modify and find their own solutions.

As an instructor, you'll play an important role in making that learning experience exciting, supportive and memorable.

The Role:

As a Creative IQ Instructor, you will deliver engaging after-school STEM sessions to primary-aged children.

You will guide students through structured robotics, coding and engineering projects while creating a safe, positive and enjoyable environment.

Full lesson plans and teaching resources are provided.

Your role will involve introducing the activity, demonstrating key concepts, supporting children with their projects, encouraging experimentation and managing the group effectively throughout the session.

Key Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering structured robotics, coding and STEM lessons.
• Explaining concepts and activities clearly and in an age-appropriate way.
• Demonstrating projects and equipment to students.
• Supporting individual students and small groups.
• Encouraging children to experiment, problem-solve and think independently.
• Creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Managing behaviour positively and professionally.
• Setting up and packing away equipment.
• Checking equipment before and after sessions.
• Completing attendance registers and required session reporting.
• Communicating appropriately with school staff and the Creative IQ team.
• Following safeguarding, health and safety and school procedures at all times.
• Reporting any safeguarding, behavioural or operational concerns through the appropriate channels.

Who We're Looking For:

We're looking for people who are:

• Enthusiastic and confident around children.
• Friendly, patient and approachable.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Comfortable speaking in front of a group.
• Able to explain ideas clearly.
• Organised and responsible.
• Confident managing groups of children.
• Interested in STEM, robotics, coding, technology or education.
• Willing to learn and develop new skills.
• Able to commit consistently to their selected club(s) throughout the school term.

Most importantly, we're looking for instructors who can help children feel excited about learning and confident enough to experiment.

Previous Experience

Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential for every applicant.

Relevant experience might include working as a:

• Teaching Assistant
• Tutor
• STEM or Coding Instructor
• Robotics Instructor
• Sports Coach
• Activity Leader
• Holiday Camp Instructor
• Youth Worker
• University Student Ambassador
• Children's Club Instructor
• Scout or Guide Leader

Previous robotics or coding experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training and lesson guidance will be provided.

Requirements:

Applicants must:

• Have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Be able to travel reliably to their selected school(s).
• Be available consistently throughout the school term.
• Have good spoken English and communication skills.
• Be comfortable working with groups of children.
• Be willing to complete required safeguarding training.
• Be willing to undergo the appropriate Enhanced DBS check where required.
• Provide suitable references as part of our safer recruitment process.

Reliability is particularly important. Our schools, children and families rely on instructors being present every week, so applicants should only select locations and days they can consistently commit to.

What You'll Gain:

This is a great opportunity to:

• Inspire children to become interested in STEM.
• Gain practical experience working in schools.
• Build teaching and classroom-management experience.
• Develop leadership and communication skills.
• Gain hands-on experience with robotics and technology.
• Work flexibly around university or other commitments.
• Become part of a growing STEM education organisation.
• Take on additional clubs and responsibilities as opportunities become available.

For students and graduates, the role provides particularly strong practical experience in leadership, communication, education, problem-solving and responsibility.

Pay: £9.00-£14.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Which of the following locations can you reliably attend every week during school term time?

Allow multiple selections.

Monday – Courtland Primary School, NW7 3BG
Tuesday – St Andrew’s Primary School, N20 8NX
Tuesday – Emmanuel Primary School, NW6 1TF
Wednesday – Grange Primary School, W5 4HN
Thursday – Grange Primary School, W5 4HN

• Are you able to commit consistently to your selected day(s) throughout the school term?

Yes or No

• Do you have previous experience working with children?

Yes – in a school/education setting
Yes – clubs, camps, tutoring, coaching or childcare
Some informal experience
No previous experience

• Do you currently hold an Enhanced DBS certificate?

Yes – registered on the DBS Update Service
Yes – not registered on the Update Service
No, but I am willing to complete an Enhanced DBS check

• Please mention your availability for Monday - Thursday (2:30 pm - 6:00 pm), what days can you commit working on these days.

Work Location: In person