Early Career Teacher - Secondary

Teaching Personnel; Kettering; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an Early Career Teacher (ECT) for secondary schools in Corby. Roles include long-term placements across KS3/KS4 with potential for progression to permanent positions. Flexible day-to-day supply also available, focusing on building strong teacher-student relationships.

Ideal candidates will have or be completing UK QTS in 2026, a PGCE or ECT status, and strong subject knowledge with excellent communication. DBS checks and safeguarding compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Hold or be completing UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in 2026.
• Completing a PGCE or are Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and confident classroom presence.
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to student progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across KS3/KS4; KS5 where relevant.
• Take on full classroom responsibilities and support student progress.
• contribute to departmental planning and wider school activities.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and assess student progress.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Classroom presence

Communication skills

Passion for teaching

Long-term commitment

Education

QTS (2026)

PGCE

Job description

Job Title: Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Secondary Schools

Location: Deeble Road, Corby

Salary: £145–£168.80 per day, dependent on school

Contract: Full-time / Part-time | Long-term & Supply Opportunities

We have exciting opportunities for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) completing their PGCE or QTS in 2026 to join a range of supportive secondary schools across Deeble Road, Corby from September 2026. These roles offer the opportunity to secure consistent, long-term placements, with many schools providing opportunities to progress into permanent positions.

Day-to-day supply work is also available for those seeking flexibility, although the main focus is on longer-term roles where you can settle into a school, build strong relationships and develop your teaching career.

As a Secondary ECT, you will deliver engaging, high-quality lessons across your specialist subject at Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4) opportunities. You will take on full classroom responsibilities, support student progress and contribute positively to the wider school and department.

As an Early Career Teacher (ECT), your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons across your specialist subject
• Teaching students across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 where relevant
• Creating a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively
• Assessing, monitoring and supporting student progress
• Building positive relationships with students and staff
• Contributing to departmental planning and wider school activities where required

We are looking for candidates who:

• Hold or are completing UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in 2026
• Are completing a PGCE or are Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
• Have strong subject knowledge in their specialist subject
• Demonstrate a confident classroom presence and strong communication skills
• Are passionate about teaching and committed to supporting student progress
• Are keen to secure a long-term teaching position
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or are willing to obtain one
• Can provide two professional references covering teacher training placements and/or recent employment

What to expect:

• Consistent long-term placements with supportive secondary schools
• Opportunities to transition into permanent teaching positions
• Flexible day-to-day supply work if preferred
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Guaranteed pay contracts available from October 2026
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Benefits and Compliance

• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
• We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.
• Full assistance provided.
• All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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