English ECT - Camden | "Outstanding" Secondary School
We are working with a high-achieving, Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" secondary school in Camden recruiting for a scholarly English ECT. This school is a flagship for literacy and classical literature, providing a refined academic environment where intellectual curiosity is celebrated.
The School & Staff Culture This school prides itself on a culture of mutual respect and professional scholarship. As a member of the English faculty, you will be welcomed into a collaborative environment where subject-specific mentoring is a core priority. The leadership team understands the importance of a sustainable start to your career; they ensure you are fully integrated into the school’s academic fabric with a 10% reduced timetable and a "no-marking" feedback policy to protect your work-life balance.
The Role & Responsibilities Supporting the Head of English, you will deliver high-quality instruction across KS3 and KS4 that allows students to master complex texts and sophisticated rhetoric.
Curriculum Delivery: Teaching English Literature and Language across KS3 and KS4, focusing on analytical essay writing and critical theory.
Mentoring & Growth: Participating in weekly 1:1 sessions with a lead practitioner to refine your pedagogical techniques and subject knowledge.
Resource Collaboration: Accessing a fully centralized bank of high-quality resources, allowing you to focus on delivery rather than planning from scratch.
Extracurricular Impact: Leading the school’s prestigious Debating Society or student-led literary magazine.
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: £40,317 – £62,496 (M1 – UPS3 Inner London)
Hours: Full-time | Permanent | ASAP Start
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