Teacher of English with Media/Film

Eastbrook school is an increasingly popular and rapidly improving ‘all through’ school in Dagenham.  

We particularly welcome applications from experienced teachers and ECTs with experience of Media in Years 10-11 and/or Film in Post 16. With the growth in these subject there is the possibility of additional responsibility for a suitably experienced candidate.

Our vision - At Eastbrook we believe that a truly outstanding school is one that enables all pupils to achieve their best. One where academic attainment is high, and the academic progress of individuals is maximised. It is a place where all pupils acquire the character virtues that lead to success in school and university, in work and life beyond. 

Eastbrook School is on a journey. Our overriding ambition is to be an exceptional school; the school of choice for local parents and one which provides outstanding all – through provision for our students from nursery to post-16. We are looking for teacher who shares this relentless drive, with an uncompromising dedication to modelling high expectations and belief in our mission.

In return, you will find a happy school. An Eastbrook student thinks for themselves and acts for others. They are inquiring, knowledgeable, caring and strive to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and mutual respect and tolerance of each other.

The successful candidate is someone who:

·        Is an English specialist who can teach KS3 and KS4 with the ability to teach KS4 Media and / or KS5 Film an advantage

·        A positive teacher who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and is committed to excellence and high student achievement

·        A teacher with a passion for working with young people and a perseverance to make a difference to them and their future

·        A teacher with a focus on their own professional development and a drive to work with us to become

·        Has a strong commitment to developing the curriculum and enrichment activities

·        Is dedicated to building upon the achievements of the school so far.

If successful, you will work in an innovative and dynamic all through school where:

·        All stakeholders are fully committed to building on the rapid improvement that OFSTED recognised in December 2021, and becoming a truly outstanding school. 

·        You will experience the daily satisfaction of working with our wonderful students who come from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures and circumstances and behave exceptionally well.

·        You will give and receive excellent support from our highly ambitious and collegiate all through staff team.

·        Your continued professional development will be a high priority. 

·        All staff have the highest expectations of themselves and others, and an absolute belief in the potential of every student. 

In line with expected safeguarding requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check. Please visit our website to find out more about us - www.eastbrookschool.org