Job Title: ECT English Location: Hartlepool Pay rate: £150 - £220 per day (Depending on experience) Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term Are you a passionate and driven ECT with a specialism in English, eager to inspire learners with the beauty of language and literature? Are you seeking your first teaching role where your enthusiasm, creativity, and fresh perspective will be celebrated and supported? GSL Education are delighted to offer a rewarding opportunity for an Early Career Teacher of English to join a vibrant and nurturing school environment in Hartlepool. This is the perfect platform to launch your teaching career with confidence, surrounded by experienced mentors and a collaborative teaching culture. About the Role: As an English ECT, you will be responsible for delivering stimulating and thoughtful lessons that develop pupils’ reading, writing, and analytical skills. The role is designed to offer full support as you transition into a qualified teaching post, enabling you to flourish in both your subject delivery and professional development. Key Responsibilities of the ECT English: Deliver engaging and structured English lessons that captivate and challenge learners. Inspire a love of reading, creative expression, and effective communication. Plan and adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learner needs and abilities. Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment. Reflect on practice and seek continuous professional growth through feedback and collaboration. Contribute to school-wide initiatives and uphold a commitment to excellence in education. Job Requirements of the ECT English: A recognised teaching qualification with QTS or ECT (with English specialism). Strong subject knowledge in English literature and language. Previous school-based experience teaching English as an ECT is required. A genuine enthusiasm for teaching English and nurturing young minds. Strong classroom presence with effective behaviour management techniques. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one). What We Offer : Competitive daily pay rates tailored to your experience and qualification. Expert support and guidance from dedicated education consultants. Access to a wide network of welcoming schools that promote personal growth. If you are an aspiring teacher ready to inspire future authors, thinkers, and communicators, we would be delighted to help you begin your career journey. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘ECT English’ role in Hartlepool, or to be considered, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Saif at for more information. Referral Bonus! Know someone perfect for this role? Refer them and earn £100 upon a successful placement!