History ect - mixed secondary school - colchester

Location: Colchester, Essex
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Paid to scale on MPS (ECT rates)

Looking for a secondary school with a nurturing and well-structured History department in Colchester?

A supportive and academically driven mixed secondary school in Colchester has an excellent opportunity for a History ECT to join its Humanities department from January 2026.

Job Overview

This school is seeking an enthusiastic History Early Career Teacher to teach KS3 and KS4 History, supported by a highly collaborative department and a structured ECT programme.

You will benefit from:

• Shared resources and curriculum planning
• Regular coaching and mentoring
• Reduced ECT teaching timetable

The School

This 11–18 comprehensive educates approximately 1,200 students and is known for:

• Strong behaviour standards
• A consistent teaching culture
• Excellent pastoral care

The History department offers:

• A well-sequenced curriculum
• Strong focus on analytical writing and enquiry
• Shared assessments and moderated marking

ECTs receive:

• Weekly mentor meetings
• Regular observation and feedback
• Personalised development targets
• Ongoing CPD

Staff describe the setting as calm, ambitious, and exceptionally collegiate, with leadership that is visible, supportive, and deeply invested in teacher development.

Benefits Typically Include

• Reduced ECT timetable
• Dedicated mentor support
• CPD aligned to the ECF
• Strong departmental collaboration
• Supportive behaviour systems
• Positive staff culture

History ECT – Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in History or related discipline
• QTS or pending QTS
• Strong KS3–KS4 subject knowledge
• Passion for historical enquiry
• Clear classroom communication
• Legal right to work in the UK

Application

If you are a dedicated History ECT seeking a strong start in Colchester, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.