Secondary schools
Secondary schools
We have the pleasure of working with a range of Secondary Schools across the capital, varying in size, 11-16/18 years, OFSTED grading, pupils, and location.
Whether you are looking for a modern, forward-thinking MAT school or a stand-alone, traditional setting, we’ll find the ‘right fit’ for you. We work on a range of secondary school roles, including:
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Management
Senior leadership
A school's leadership team is often referred to as the SLT (Senior Leadership Team) or SMT (Senior Management Team). As the decision-making body, they're integral to a school's success and strategic direction.
At Clarus Education, we spend considerable time getting to know client schools and working in partnership with their leadership teams and school governors. This provides us with a unique insight into the depth of skills and strengths required to be an effective and successful member of the SLT/SMT, with a clear understanding of what's needed to be the ‘right fit’.
We recruit for Senior Leadership/Management Team positions within all school environments across Primary, Secondary and Special Needs. Whether your leadership strength is in teaching and learning, assessment, pastoral or curriculum-based, we'll find you the perfect position to match your expectations and requirements.
For advice on senior roles, get in touch to discuss your options and ambitions.
- Senior Leadership Team Positions
- Head Teacher
- Deputy Head Teacher
- Assistant Head Teacher
- School Business Manager / Bursar
- Special Needs Coordinator (SENCo)
Management
Middle management
As class teachers progress through their careers, additional responsibilities often become part of the job; whether it be school-wide or departmental. These opportunities facilitate more experience and allow class teachers to climb the ladder of career progression into middle management.
Depending on the size of the secondary school, a position with additional responsibility may come with a TLR payment (Teaching & Learning Responsibility). The weight of a TLR will depend on the scale of responsibility given, which is often determined by the importance placed on the role itself, size of school, department or phase.
If you're seeking a position of additional responsibility such as Head of Department or Phase Leader, you're in the right place.
So, if you want to take the next step in developing your teaching career, or simply want to speak to an advisor regarding your career progression options, get in touch with a member of our team today.
Types of roles we place are:
- Subject Coordinator / Leader
- Key Stage Coordinator
- Phase Leader
- Head of Department
Class teachers
Secondary school subject teacher
The role of a secondary school teacher has become more complex, as new teaching methods and resources have been introduced and developed. Over the course of the academic year, teachers are tasked with preparing pupils for qualifications and external examinations, whilst managing pupil behaviour, undertaking pastoral duties, and supporting children through academic and personal difficulties.
To ensure teaching standards are maintained, teachers undergo regular observations, participating in regular training through INSET and CPD, and contributing towards the training and development of trainee teachers and NQTs. The introduction and support of subject-specific teaching assistants have become a welcome addition to the classroom and have strengthened the focus on raising attainment, providing dedicated pupil support on a 1:1 and small group basis.
London secondary schools have become very diverse learning environments, catering for pupils of differing abilities, aged 11-16yrs and 11-18yrs. Clarus Education partner and support a number of secondary schools, from voluntary-aided faith schools and state-maintained comprehensives through to outstanding academies.
If you're looking to take the next step in your teaching career, get in touch with our expert team today.
Class teachers
Our class teacher vacancies include all subject specialisms across the secondary curriculum, including the following subjects:
- Art & Design
- Business & Economics
- Citizenship & PSHE
- Drama
- English
- Geography
- History
- ICT
- Maths
- Media & Film Studies
- Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)
- Music
- Physical Education
- Psychology
- Religious Education
- Science
- Sociology
- Technology
Secondary Early Career Teacher (ECT)
Secondary teachers are subject-specialists, so as an Early Career Teacher (ECT), ensuring your subject knowledge is strong and in-depth is key to your development throughout teacher training, as well as securing your first permanent post. As an ECT you should feel at ease teaching across Key Stage 3 and 4 (potentially Key Stage 5) and confident in dealing with challenges such as difficult behaviour.
Every school will be different with many factors contributing to your experience. Your journey to the school, lesson observation, and meeting your potential line manager and Head of Department can all impact your decision.
When preparing for your interview, be thorough. Get the basics right and have confidence in your ability. Schools are looking for ECTs with real potential, those who show promise and can add value to their team.
- The term early career teacher (ECT) replaces newly qualified teacher (NQT).
- The standard length of induction has been increased from one school year to two school years.
- In addition to the 10% timetable reduction that ECTs receive in their first year of induction, ECTs will also receive a 5% timetable reduction in the second year of induction.
- Schools are expected to deliver an induction period that is underpinned by the ECF – Early Career Framework. Appropriate bodies will have a role in checking that an ECF-based induction is in place.
- The role of the mentor has been introduced. The mentor will have a key role in supporting the ECT during induction and is separate from the role of the induction tutor.
- There will be two formal assessment points, one midway through induction, and one at the end of the induction period. These will be supported by regular progress reviews to monitor progress, to take place in each term where a formal assessment is not scheduled.
Graduates
Graduates are integral to the future of education and child development, as they represent the next generation of professionals; tasked with molding and nurturing young minds for years to come.
In response to the demand for such talented individuals across the various fields within education, we've made real strides in supporting the training and development of aspirational graduates.
We offer a two-pronged graduate attraction initiative, developed by our team, with schools, graduates, and children in mind. Built around quality and consistency, it ensures invaluable classroom exposure and experience for the entire academic year to attract graduates with genuine career aspirations within education.
If you have your sights set on training to become a secondary teacher, get in touch with our team today at 0203 805 3430 or email contact@clarus-education.co.uk – we are recruiting now.
Teaching assistants
The role of a teaching assistant has developed over the years, placing more importance and emphasis on their responsibilities and impact. Being one of our Clarus Aspirations graduate teaching assistants is a testing yet rewarding position and responsibility supporting pupils in and out of class, working 1:1 / 2:1 and in small groups.
Clarus Education work in partnership with secondary schools across London to recruit the very best teaching assistants for pupils across the key stages and of all abilities that require academic support, from those of lower ability through to the gifted and talented.
All our positions are long-term and traditionally last the entire academic year. As an aspiring teacher, you will witness and experience the varied classroom dynamics that will assist and hopefully support you in your own professional development ahead of a PGCE, SCITT or Schools Direct.
Teaching assistants
Secondary schools can deploy their teaching assistants in either a broad, more general capacity or dedicated to a specific department, determined by your subject strength and degree. The traditionally known ‘core subjects’ are Maths, Science and English.
More recently, schools have placed greater interest in the humanities subjects and Modern Foreign Languages (MFL).
- Key Stage 3 – Years 7 – 9 (Aged 11 – 14yrs)
- Key Stage 4 – Years 10 & 11 (Aged 14 – 16yrs) – GCSE
- Key Stage 5 – Years 12 & 13 (Aged 16 – 19yrs) – A-Level
The aim of general teaching assistants will be to mainly support across Key Stage 3 & 4. Subject-specific teaching assistants will support a subject across Key Stage 3, 4 & 5.
All teaching assistants will need to have a strong academic background, supported by confidence and a genuine interest in education and learning.
Back office and administrative
The operational support at any secondary school is fundamental to its smooth running. Within an environment that requires uncompromisingly high standards regarding security and vetting, the back office support and administrative staff in all secondary schools need to be organised, efficient, and alert.
Each secondary school is different, with varying demands in skillset across all positions within ‘Back Office and Administrative’. Our vacancies for these particular positions will highlight the particular qualifications and experience required to apply; whether it’s knowledge of SIMS or a CIPD qualification.
Our back-office support positions cover all levels of responsibility, from the front-of-house administrative staff through to leadership team support and assistants.
Back office & administrative positions:
- Back Office & Administrative
- Headteachers PA
- Office Manager
- Office Administrator
- Finance Officer
- Receptionist
