English ECT

English ECT

Are you a passionate English trainee teacher looking to secure your first permanent teaching role from September 2025?

Key Details:

• Job Title: English ECT
• Pay: Main Pay Scale 1 - £31,650 per annum
• Duration: Permanent, full-time position from September 2025
• School type and location: ‘Outstanding’ secondary school, Central Birmingham
• Key duties of the role: Teaching KS3 and KS4 English, delivering engaging lessons, tracking pupil progress, and contributing to a high-performing English department

The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an English ECT to join a high-achieving and well-supported English department. The successful candidate will teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4, with access to excellent schemes of work, interactive resources, and subject-specific CPD. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons that inspire pupils to achieve and exceed expectations, while using data to inform teaching and monitor progress. You’ll also contribute to the wider school community through enrichment or intervention programmes.

The Candidate
The school is seeking a dedicated and driven English ECT with excellent subject knowledge and a strong classroom presence. You must be on track to achieve QTS by July 2025 and be committed to continuous professional development. You should demonstrate high expectations of pupils, excellent communication skills, and a reflective approach to your teaching practice. A proactive attitude and commitment to collaborative working are essential.

The School
This is a thriving, oversubscribed secondary school rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. Located in the heart of Central Birmingham, it serves a diverse community and has a track record of excellent results, including a 76% A-C pass rate at GCSE in English in 2024. The school has a supportive senior leadership team and a culture of high expectations for both staff and students. It offers extensive resources, regular CPD, and a positive working environment where ECTs are encouraged to grow and succeed.

ECT Induction
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.

• ECF-based training modules: Covering core areas such as pedagogy, behaviour management, curriculum design, assessment, and professional conduct.
• Assigned mentor: A dedicated and experienced teacher providing regular feedback, guidance, and one-on-one support.
• Observation and feedback sessions: Structured classroom observations with detailed feedback from your mentor and school leadership.
• Personalised development plan: Tailored support based on your strengths and areas for improvement.
• Professional development opportunities: Access to workshops, seminars, and training sessions to enhance your teaching skills.
• Workload management strategies: Guidance on lesson planning, marking, and time management to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Regular reflection and self-assessment: Opportunities to review and refine your teaching practice through self-evaluation and mentor discussions.

This 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.

Due to the number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.