History ECT Islington Outstanding Academy

School Status & Location

• Sector: Outstanding Ofsted-rated Secondary Academy.


• Borough: Islington (Inner London, England).


• Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026.

The Opportunity & Role Profile

This Outstanding academy seeks an enthusiastic History ECT to join its successful Humanities faculty. The school values philosophical inquiry and historical debate, providing a supportive environment for a new teacher to engage students with complex historical periods and develop critical analytical skills.

Core Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Narrative Navigator: Instructing History across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE) only.


• Debate Facilitator: Driving high attainment by encouraging sophisticated discussion and structured argumentation based on evidence.


• Historical Guide: Contributing to extracurricular historical societies and supporting student initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits

• Essential Requirements: Hold or be soon to obtain QTS. Relevant Degree in History.


• Salary: Excellent salary paid on the national Teachers' Pay Scale (M/UPS), reflecting Inner London weighting.


• Support: Structured ECT induction program and strong support from a collegiate Humanities team.