English Teacher (ECT) - Secondary School
Location: East London
Start: ASAP / September
Contract: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: MPS (ECT welcomed)
A well-run secondary school in Braintree is looking to appoint an English Teacher (ECT) to join their department. This role is ideal for an Early Career Teacher seeking a supportive environment, strong mentoring, and clear behaviour systems.
You will be teaching English across KS3 and KS4, following established schemes of work with room to develop your own teaching style. The department is stable, collaborative, and well supported by senior leadership.
The role:
Teaching English Language and Literature at KS3 & KS4
Planning engaging, well-structured lessons
Assessing pupil progress and supporting attainment
Maintaining consistent behaviour standards
Working closely with an experienced English team
The school is looking for:
A qualified English Teacher (QTS or on track)
An ECT eager to develop classroom confidence
Strong subject knowledge and communication skills
A calm, organised, and reflective teaching approach
What's on offer:
Full ECT induction and mentoring
Paid to scale (MPS)
Clear behaviour policies and SLT support
Strong departmental resources and planning
A positive, inclusive school culture
This is an excellent opportunity for an ECT English Teacher looking to start their career in a school that prioritises support, structure, and development.
Apply today or contact Brad at Empowering Learning for more details