We are working with a high-achieving Ofsted-rated Outstanding secondary school in Camden that is seeking an ambitious English ECT. This school is a centre for literary excellence providing a sophisticated environment where academic scholarship and teacher wellbeing go hand-in-hand.
The School & Staff Culture This school prides itself on a culture of mutual respect and staff excellence. As a member of our English faculty you will be welcomed into a scholarly collaborative environment where subject-specific mentoring is taken literally. The leadership team understands the pressure of the induction years and ensures you are fully integrated into the schools intellectual and social fabric offering a no-email weekend policy to protect your downtime.
The Role & Responsibilities Supporting the Head of Department you will deliver high-quality instruction that allows students to develop a lifelong love for literature and language.
Curriculum Delivery: Teaching English across KS3 and KS4 focusing on deep text analysis rhetoric and critical essay writing.
Mentoring & Growth: Participating in weekly 1:1 coaching sessions with a dedicated mentor to refine your pedagogical techniques.
Resource Collaboration: Contributing to the development of shared knowledge-rich schemes of work within a highly supportive team.
Professional Reflection: Engaging in regular peer observations to accelerate your development into an expert practitioner.
Requirements
Degree: A 2:1 or above in English Literature or a related field.
QTS: Must hold (or be working towards) Qualified Teacher Status.
Right to Work: Must have the valid right to work in the UK.
Salary & Contract Details
Salary Range:(M1 UPS3)
Hours: Full-time Permanent Contract ASAP Start
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