Job Description
Are you an enthusiastic Business Studies graduate ready to begin your teaching career as an ECT in Braintree?
Do you have a passion for business, enterprise, and economics, and the drive to inspire young people at secondary level?
Are you looking for a supportive school in Braintree that will invest in your development as an Early Career Teacher?
Braintree, Essex September 2026 Secondary Academy - Business Studies ECT Monday - Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm Pay: MPS (ECT) Applications close: 30/07/26 Interviews: CVs being reviewed after Easter through to the Summer term, with interviews and trial days taking place for successful candidates.
We are working with a well-regarded Secondary Academy in Braintree, rated GOOD by Ofsted, that is seeking a motivated and dedicated Business Studies ECT to join their successful department. This Braintree academy is committed to delivering high-quality business education, developing entrepreneurial skills, and supporting students to achieve their full potential across Key Stages.
Job Overview: * This academy caters for students aged 11-19. * Full-time, Monday - Friday, Business Studies ECT role. * Plan and deliver engaging Business Studies lessons across KS3 and KS4 (with KS5 opportunities available). * Teach a broad curriculum including enterprise, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship. * Receive structured support through a comprehensive ECT induction programme. * Monitor and assess student progress, providing clear feedback to support development. * Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to departmental planning.
This Business Studies ECT role in Braintree offers an excellent opportunity to begin your teaching career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You will benefit from strong mentorship, high-quality CPD, and a clear pathway for progression as you develop into an outstanding classroom practitioner.
What we're looking for: * Business Studies graduate with QTS (or working towards QTS). * A genuine passion for business and education. * Strong subject knowledge in areas such as finance, marketing, and enterprise. * A reflective and motivated individual eager to develop their teaching practice. * Good classroom management skills or the willingness to develop these. * Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
What's next? Click "Apply Now" and, if your application is successful, you will be contacted for a phone call OR contact Ellie directly from Academics, Chelmsford TODAY!