ECT Teacher of English – 11–16 School – Sheffield
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Job Summary
A well-regarded 1116 secondary school in Sheffield is seeking a motivated and reflective ECT Teacher of English to join its established English department. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified teacher looking to begin their career in a school that offers strong mentoring clear systems and a genuine commitment to professional development.
The school has built a positive reputation locally for its calm learning environment improving GCSE outcomes and emphasis on literacy across the curriculum. English sits at the heart of the schools improvement strategy with strong leadership and a cohesive team driving standards forward.
The Role
As an ECT in English you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 delivering a curriculum that blends classic literature modern texts and structured language development. The department follows well-sequenced schemes of learning designed to build vocabulary analytical skills and extended writing confidence.
You will receive:
A reduced timetable in line with the ECT framework
A dedicated subject mentor within the English department
Weekly instructional coaching and structured feedback
Access to shared resources and lesson plans
Support with assessment and GCSE exam preparation
The department emphasises explicit teaching of writing structures and exam technique ensuring students are well prepared for GCSE success.
The Department
The English team is collaborative and reflective with regular planning meetings and moderation sessions to ensure consistency and clarity. Teachers share strategies for improving reading comprehension and extended writing and the department works closely with the schools literacy lead.
Students in Sheffield respond particularly well to structured routines and engaging discussion-based lessons. Behaviour systems are embedded allowing teachers to focus fully on teaching and learning.
Department strengths include:
Shared schemes of learning to reduce workload
Centralised assessment frameworks
Access to a well-stocked library
Cross-curricular literacy initiatives
The School
This Sheffield secondary school prides itself on clear behaviour systems supportive leadership and a strong pastoral structure. Senior leaders are visible and approachable and staff wellbeing is taken seriously.
The school provides:
A comprehensive ECT induction programme
Opportunities for peer observation and collaborative planning
Clear communication and structured routines
A stable and supportive working environment
Staff describe the culture as professional calm and ambitious with a genuine focus on helping early career teachers develop confidence and expertise.
Who Were Looking For
The successful candidate will:
Hold QTS (or be completing QTS this academic year)
Have strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature
Demonstrate clear and structured classroom practice
Show enthusiasm resilience and reflective thinking
Be committed to continuous professional development
This role is ideal for an English ECT who wants to begin their career in a well-led Sheffield school where mentorship and growth are prioritised.
Why Join
Structured ECT support and subject mentoring
Collaborative and experienced English team
Clear behaviour systems and calm classrooms
Shared planning to reduce workload
Strong leadership committed to professional growth
If you are an English ECT ready to start your career in a supportive and ambitious Sheffield school this is an excellent opportunity.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Adult Education
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Curriculum Development
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- Experience with Children
- Writing Skills
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