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.