Job Description
Science ECT\n\nAre you a Science trainee teacher eager to start your career in September 2025?\n \nKey Details:\n\nJob Title: Science ECT\nPay: Main Pay Scale 1 - £31,650 per annum\nDuration: Permanent, full-time position from September 2025\nSchool type and location: ‘Good’ secondary school, Ward of Ladywood\nKey duties of the role: Teaching KS3 and KS4 Science, delivering engaging lessons, monitoring student progress, and contributing to a dynamic department. \nThe Role\n In this role, you will teach Science at Key Stages 3 and 4, inspiring students to engage with the subject and reach their full potential. You will plan and deliver lessons using a range of teaching strategies and resources, while regularly assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback. You will also contribute to extra-curricular Science activities and help students achieve high standards across a variety of topics.\n \nThe Candidate\n The ideal candidate will be a passionate and dedicated Science ECT, with strong subject knowledge in the sciences and a commitment to developing effective teaching practices.
You must be on track to achieve QTS by July 2025 and have excellent communication skills. The school is looking for someone who is enthusiastic about their subject, proactive in seeking professional development, and able to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.\n \nThe School\n This ‘Good’ secondary school, located in the Ward of Ladywood, has a strong academic record, including a 76% A-C pass rate at GCSE in English in 2024. The school is dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, where students are supported to achieve their full potential.
With a collaborative staff and a focus on professional development, the school offers an excellent opportunity for an ECT to grow and thrive in their teaching career.\n \nECT Induction\n As an Early Career Teacher, you will benefit from a structured two-year induction programme designed to support your professional growth and ensure a smooth transition into teaching. This programme follows the Early Career Framework (ECF) and provides comprehensive training, mentoring, and development opportunities tailored to your needs.\n\nECF-based training modules: Covering core areas such as pedagogy, behaviour management, curriculum design, assessment, and professional conduct.\nAssigned mentor: A dedicated and experienced teacher providing regular feedback, guidance, and one-on-one support.\nObservation and feedback sessions: Structured classroom observations with detailed feedback from your mentor and school leadership.\nPersonalised development plan: Tailored support based on your strengths and areas for improvement.\nProfessional development opportunities: Access to workshops, seminars, and training sessions to enhance your teaching skills.\nWorkload management strategies: Guidance on lesson planning, marking, and time management to maintain a healthy work-life balance.\nRegular reflection and self-assessment: Opportunities to review and refine your teaching practice through self-evaluation and mentor discussions. \nThis induction programme is continuously monitored and adapted to ensure it meets your individual needs and the school’s expectations. As an ECT, you are encouraged to engage actively in your professional development, take initiative in seeking support, and make the most of the opportunities available to you.\n \nDue to the number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted