Roots to Excellence Teacher

Rooted in Culture. Driven by Learning. Built for Leadership.

We are looking for Primary and Secondary Teachers we particularly welcome applications from secondary English teachers) who will be part of our R2E Saturday team to deliver the Maths and English academic aspect of the programme. The role involves designing engaging and effective lessons for classes, groups and some 1-1 tutoring, assessing student progress, and supporting the development of the LAET Sixth Form Tutors.

The teachers will also play an integral role in delivering aspects of the leadership, cultural, and personal development curriculum, helping to inspire and empower students both academically and personally.

Salary: £125 per Saturday (working at least 2 Saturdays per month, i.e. every other Saturday during term-time)

Roots To Excellence is a Black Caribbean-focused Saturday programme for children and young people aged 8 to 16 with a mission:
to empower children and young people of Caribbean heritage to excel academically, embrace their identity, build strong character, and achieve their highest aspirations.

Through a combination of academic tutoring, mentoring, and enrichment, R2E will work with children, parents, and schools to:

• Foster confidence and a positive mindset
• Cultivate leadership skills
• Strengthen cultural identity and resilience
• Build community and self-reliance
• Create opportunities at key educational transition point

We will also work closely with parents and schools to remove barriers, support learning at home, and celebrate diversity - ensuring consistent, holistic support for each young person.

• Develop and deliver the KS2, KS3 and KS4 curriculum in English and/or Maths, ensuring it aligns with the needs of students in the Roots to Excellence programme.
• Design and implement engaging, challenging lessons set in the Caribbean cultural context that support both academic success and personal growth.
• Work with students to help build their confidence, self-esteem, and resilience.
• Provide emotional and wellbeing support, acting as a trusted adult that students can turn to.
• Identify safeguarding concerns and escalation appropriately, following Roots to Excellence’s safeguarding procedures.

You can apply by submitting an application through our site

The London Academy of Excellence Tottenham is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that this role is ‘exempt’ from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore, you are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not ‘protected’ (i.e. filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Further information is available on the school's website.

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