A welcoming and well-organised secondary school in Norwich is seeking an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) of Science to join its supportive Science department. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified teacher to begin their career in a school with clear routines, a well-sequenced curriculum and strong mentoring that helps ECTs grow quickly in confidence and impact. The school is known for its calm learning environment, consistent behaviour systems and supportive leadership — making it an ideal setting for an ECT to develop strong classroom practice. About the Role As ECT Science Teacher, you will teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging lessons that build secure understanding and strong scientific thinking. You will be supported to teach a well-sequenced curriculum that develops: Secure understanding of key scientific concepts across Biology, Chemistry and Physics Confidence with practical work and safe laboratory routines Data handling, evaluation and application of knowledge Strong scientific vocabulary and written responses where required Exam confidence through modelling, purposeful practice and precise feedback Lessons are structured to be challenging and accessible, supporting learners with different starting points through effective scaffolding and stretch and challenge. ECT Support and Development The school offers a strong ECT induction programme aligned to the Early Career Framework. You will benefit from: A dedicated subject mentor with regular coaching and support Protected time for training, planning and reflection Opportunities to observe experienced colleagues and excellent practice Support with behaviour routines, assessment and adaptive teaching Collaborative planning and shared resources to reduce workload This is a school that understands the importance of strong early-career support and provides a structured pathway to developing excellent practice. The Department The Science department is supportive and collaborative, with a shared commitment to high standards and strong outcomes. Teachers plan together, share resources and use consistent approaches to assessment and feedback. The department values: Clear modelling and strong routines Practical work that strengthens understanding and confidence High expectations for accuracy and scientific literacy Well-organised intervention and revision support at GCSE Key Information Location: Norwich Start Date: September 2026 (or by agreement) Contract: Full-time, permanent Salary: MPS (ECT) What the School is Looking For The successful candidate will: Be an ECT (or soon-to-qualify) and hold, or be working towards, QTS Have strong subject knowledge in Science Deliver well-structured lessons with clear routines and high expectations Be committed to developing through mentoring, coaching and training Build positive relationships and maintain a calm, purposeful classroom culture Work collaboratively within a supportive Science team Why Join This School Strong ECT induction programme with subject-specific mentoring Supportive Science department with shared planning and resources Clear behaviour systems that support confident teaching Practical CPD and opportunities to develop your classroom practice Welcoming Norwich school community focused on student success This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Science teacher to build confidence, develop excellent classroom practice and inspire future scientists in a supportive Norwich secondary school.