Your new companyA high achieving, academically focused secondary school in London is seeking enthusiastic and committed Early Career Teachers (ECTs) to join our staff team from September 2026. We welcome applications from ECTs across all subjects who are passionate about their discipline and eager to begin their teaching career in a school that prioritises academic excellence and professional rigour.

Your new roleThey are a well regarded secondary school with a strong reputation for academic success and a staff team recognised for their deep subject expertise and professional excellence. Their culture is built on high expectations, intellectual ambition and a shared commitment to securing outstanding outcomes for every student. Colleagues work collaboratively within well established departments and ECTs benefit from an environment where subject knowledge, reflective practice and intellectual curiosity are genuinely valued.

What you'll need to succeedWe welcome applications from ECTs in all secondary subjects, particularly those who:

-Have strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for their field

-Hold high expectations for behaviour, effort and achievement

-Are reflective, well organised and committed to continuous improvement

-Want to develop in a school where academic standards are a priority

-Hold QTS (or will do so by summer 2026) and have the right to work in the UK.

What you'll get in return-A well structured and supportive ECT induction programme-Experienced, subject specialist mentors

-A culture that prioritises strong teaching, academic ambition and professional growth

-Opportunities to contribute to curriculum development and enrichment

-A welcoming and professional staff team with a shared academic ethos

-Main Pay Scale 1 or 2, depending on experience

-Full-time or part-time roles available

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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