Teacher of English (ECT Support) - Outstanding Camden School

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 school's 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: £40,317 – £62,496 (M1 – UPS3)

• Hours: Full-time | Permanent Contract | ASAP Start