We are working with an Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" secondary school in Haringey recruiting for a History ECT. This is a scholarly environment where the Humanities are celebrated as a core pillar of the academic curriculum.

The School This Haringey school is a traditional academic institution with a strong emphasis on the "Liberal Arts." It serves a broad community and has achieved some of the highest progress scores in North London. The school’s ethos is built on the belief that a deep understanding of history is fundamental to a student's personal and intellectual development.

The ECT Experience The school provides a robust framework for new teachers to excel, focusing on long-term career progression and subject mastery.

• Subject Specialist Mentoring: Your mentor will be a senior member of the Humanities faculty, offering specific guidance on historiography and source analysis pedagogy.

• Collaborative Planning: You will take part in weekly "subject-intellectual" meetings where the department discusses historical scholarship to inform their teaching.

• Early Leadership: For ambitious ECTs, there are opportunities to shadow senior leaders and lead on specific curriculum modules early in your tenure.

The Role & Department You will teach History across all key stages, focusing on the development of coherent historical arguments and sophisticated writing skills.

• Evidence-Based Practice: The department utilises teacher-led instruction and high-level questioning to stretch students of all abilities.

• Cultural Capital: Supporting the "History Society" and preparing students for university-level enquiries and scholarships.

• Salary Range: £40,317 – £62,496 (M1 – UPS3)