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Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: MPS (ECT salary), dependent on experience
Looking to begin your teaching career in a school that genuinely supports early career teachers?
A well-established secondary school in Chelmsford is seeking an English ECT to join its supportive and well-structured English department from January 2026. This role offers a strong foundation for professional growth, with clear systems, excellent mentoring and a calm, focused learning environment.
Job Overview
The successful English ECT will teach KS3 and KS4 English, delivering a well-sequenced curriculum that builds confidence in literature, language and analytical writing. You will work closely with experienced colleagues, benefit from shared planning and receive structured feedback designed to develop classroom practice throughout the ECT programme.
The School
This 11–18 secondary school educates approximately 1,250 pupils and has a strong local reputation for academic progress and pastoral care. English is a key strength within the school, with literacy outcomes consistently performing well. Classrooms are equipped with modern digital resources, and the department operates a collaborative approach to planning and assessment.
Staff describe the school as calm, professional and development-focused. Leadership is approachable and committed to supporting early career teachers through mentoring, reduced timetables and personalised CPD pathways.
Benefits Typically Include
• Reduced teaching timetable during ECT years
• Weekly mentor meetings and structured observations
• High-quality CPD aligned to the Early Career Framework
• Clear behaviour systems and strong pastoral support
Application
Please submit your CV to be considered for this role.