Job Description
English ECT | Newham | September 2026
An exceptional secondary school and sixth form in Newham is seeking an English ECT from September 2026. This permanent opportunity is ideal for an ambitious early career teacher looking to begin within a school recognised nationally for academic achievement, sixth form excellence and outstanding student destinations. The role involves teaching English across KS3–KS4 with the opportunity to contribute to KS5 over time.
The school has established one of the strongest academic reputations in London, with students regularly progressing to Oxford, Cambridge and Russell Group universities in exceptionally high numbers. GCSE English outcomes remain consistently outstanding, with large proportions of students achieving grades 7–9, while sixth form students achieve some of the strongest A-Level outcomes nationally. Reading, extended writing and disciplinary literacy are embedded across the curriculum, contributing to consistently high attainment across all subjects.
English ECT – September 2026 | Newham
Inner London salary £40,317–£62,496 (MPS/UPS)
What makes this school distinctive for ECTs:
• Highly structured curriculum resources and shared lesson planning across all year groups
• Extensive academic mentoring and instructional coaching throughout the ECT programme
• Dedicated literacy strategies embedded across the wider school curriculum
• Access to subject-specific CPD led by experienced practitioners and external experts
• Exceptionally motivated students with strong attitudes towards learning
The role will involve:
• Teaching English across KS3–KS4 within a high-performing department
• Delivering lessons focused on analytical writing, vocabulary and textual interpretation
• Using assessment data to support progress and stretch high-attaining pupils
• Contributing to wider literacy and reading initiatives across the school
The successful candidate will:
• Hold UK QTS and an English-related degree
• Demonstrate strong academic credentials and subject knowledge
• Be an ambitious ECT eager to develop excellent classroom practice
• Show commitment to high expectations and outstanding pupil outcomes
The school offers clear behaviour systems, exceptional professional development and a highly academic environment where teachers are supported to refine their practice from the beginning of their careers.
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