ECT English Teacher

The Newbridge School; Whitwick; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Newbridge School in Leicestershire is seeking an Early Career Teacher (ECT) of English to join a nurturing and collaborative team. You will deliver engaging lessons, build reading, writing, and critical thinking skills, and work with colleagues to support students toward their full potential.

As an ECT you will plan high-quality lessons, assess progress, and contribute to interventions for learners of all abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering engaging English lessons.
• Ability to assess progress and support learners with additional needs.
• Commitment to inclusive education and raising achievement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons.
• Assess student progress and monitor attainment.
• Contribute to interventions to support learners of all abilities.
• Promote positive behaviour and foster a safe learning environment.

Skills

English teaching

Lesson planning

Assessment

Behaviour management

Job description

The successful candidate will deliver engaging and inclusive English lessons across the curriculum, inspiring students to develop a love of reading, writing, and critical thinking. You will work closely with experienced colleagues, pastoral teams, and wider professionals to support students in overcoming barriers to learning and achieving their full potential. This role is ideal for an individual who demonstrates enthusiasm, creativity, and a strong commitment to raising achievement in English.

As part of your role, you will plan and deliver high-quality lessons, assess and monitor student progress, and contribute to interventions that support learners of all abilities, including those with additional needs. You will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, building confidence, and fostering a safe and stimulating learning environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Lionheart Educational Trust is a well-established and successful family of seventeen schools across Leicestershire. We are committed to delivering high-quality education and inclusive support within each of our schools, ensuring that every student feels safe, supported, and valued. Our schools benefit from strong Trust-wide support, including a structured ECT programme, mentoring, and professional development opportunities to support your growth and career progression.

We are seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Early Career Teacher (ECT) of English to join our committed and supportive team at The Newbridge School. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated teacher at the beginning of their career to develop their practice within a nurturing and collaborative environment., We welcome applications from enthusiastic and reflective individuals who are committed to teaching English and making a positive difference to the lives of young people at The Newbridge School.