Train-to-Teach English from September 2025
Hornchurch High School
Havering
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- Salary:
- Bursary £10,000 (Tax Free)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- September 2025
- Apply by:
- 10 January 2025
Job overview
Train-to-Teach English from September 2025
Pay scale: Bursary £10,000 (Tax Free)
Full time, Fixed Term Contract
We are looking to employ a graduate with a strong degree to train as a teacher of English. The training encompasses a one-year initial teacher training course (ITT), with a view of permanent employment, dependant on successful completion of the course and performance. The next steps for the successful candidate would be an ECT programme on the qualified main teacher pay scale. Tuition fees for the training year would be self-funded by the trainee.
In the first year, the graduate will take on a small timetable that will increase in hours over the course of the year. They will be supported by an experienced mentor who will be in the classroom with them. The graduate will follow Hornchurch High School’s bespoke initial teacher training development programme. The successful candidate will seek to foster excellence and will have the ability to inspire enthusiasm for English. They should also be willing to play a significant and meaningful role in the co-curricular life of the school.
This is an exciting time to be joining Hornchurch High School as we have new and exciting plans for the near future. We are an aged 11-16 mixed comprehensive with good pupils, supportive parents and an excellent staff.
If you think you could be the right person for us, please complete the application form which is available on Tes https://www.tes.com. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
Closing Date: midday Friday 10th January 2025
This school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment as such all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and digital screening. Appointments are subject to satisfactory references/medical clearance.
Headteacher: Ms S Madhvani
Hornchurch High School is part of the Partnership Learning Trust
About Hornchurch High School
Hornchurch High School, a thriving 11-16 mixed comprehensive and member of the Partnership Learning Trust, is the fastest improving school in Havering, achieving above-average Progress 8 in 2023-24. Under new leadership since February 2023, the school has embraced an ambitious vision for growth and excellence, making this an exciting time to join our dynamic team.
We are school that's proud to be serving our local community. Our vision is 'Excellence for all'. This is seen across the school in everything we do:
1. Excellent behaviour underpinned by high expectations and mutual respect between staff and students
2. Excellent teaching and learning that challenges our students and makes them think hard
3. Excellent personal development. Developing responsible, respectful, active citizens that can compete with their peers nationally and internationally
We expect all members of our learning community, from students to staff, parents to governors to: aspire, believe and achieve.
Our vision is 'Excellence for All'. Hornchurch High School cultivates a dynamic learning environment that fosters academic excellence, embraces diversity, and empowers students to become resilient, collaborative thinkers, irrespective of their background or starting point, who are prepared to thrive in an ever-evolving global society.
Our broad and balanced curriculum offers a broad and engaging range of subjects, complemented by enriching extracurricular opportunities that empower students to discover and develop their passions, talents and leadership skills.
Our warm-strict pastoral approach ensures high expectations for our students and the learning community, whilst fostering a nurturing, supportive and inclusive environment. We believe that learning should be inspiring and student-centred, enabling young people to grow as independent learners under the expert guidance of our dedicated teachers.
Hornchurch High School values its close ties with the local community and partner schools, providing a wealth of shared learning opportunities and experiences. Our professional development programme ensures staff benefit from continuous growth, collaboration and instructional coaching. We are outward looking but wisdom-led.
Our staff culture is collaborative, supportive, and vibrant, reflecting the pride and sense of achievement shared across the school. This is a school where individuals flourish, relationships thrive, and ambition drives everyone to strive for excellence.
Join us as we continue on our exciting journey, where everyone – students and staff alike – can achieve their full potential.
- We aspire to be the best that we can be
- Believe in ourselves and others
- Achieve our goals and strive for the next
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