English Teacher / English ECT - January 2026

EdEx – Education Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking an English Teacher / English ECT for an Outstanding school located in Havering, starting January 2026. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary range of £38,766 - £60,092 plus TLR depending on experience. The ideal candidate must possess UK Qualified Teacher Status and an English related degree with a strong academic record. The role provides extensive support through mentorship and training, ensuring a positive working environment and career progression.

Benefits

TLR opportunities

1:1 mentoring

Bespoke ECT induction

In-house training

Qualifications

• Must have UK Qualified Teacher Status.
• Strong understanding of teaching standards.
• Ambitious and driven personality.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons to meet national guidance.
• Teach across KS3, 4, and option for KS5.
• Work with colleagues to coordinate lessons.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ambitious personality

Understanding of teaching standards

Education

English related degree at 1:1 or 2:1

Job description

English Teacher/ English ECT - January 2026

An Outstanding school in Havering are looking for a English Teacher / English ECT to join their team in January 2026 on a permanent contract.

The school routinely achieve some of the best results in English in London, this has been done without piling pressure onto teachers to ensure good results. Instead, the school have researched investing in more staff to combat a lack of PPA time and having received positive feedback they have implemented this change. This has increased morale amongst teachers, results, and the quality of education the pupils have - resulting in their 'Outstanding' Ofsted grade.

As a English Teacher at this school not only will you work alongside a supportive SLT, but the school is also overstaffed with Teaching Assistants who will be there to support your lessons. This will enable you to fully enjoy your time in the classroom and not spend excessive amounts of time planning lessons.

More info

• TLR opportunities for experience teachers such as KS3 coordinator, pastoral roles and more,
• 1:1 Mentor, bespoke ECT induction, In & out of house training and more,
• Working amongst a faculty of young and experienced teachers,
• Excellent reputation in local area for well-behaved and high-achieving students

Job Description

• MPS1-UPS3 - £38,766 - £60,092 + TLR (Size depending on experience),
• January or April 2025 - Full-time and permanent contract,
• Teach across KS3,4, and option for KS5
• Plan your lessons to meet the Curriculum for Excellence national guidance,
• Work with colleagues to plan and coordinate lessons,
• ECT's and experienced teachers encouraged,

Person Specification

• Must have UK Qualified Teacher Status
• Strong understanding of teaching standards,
• English related degree at 1:1 or 2:1 from reputable university,
• Ambitious and driven personality,
• Great communication skills,
• Desire to progress.

School Description

• Ofsted 'Outstanding' school,
• Successful English department harvesting fantastic results,
• Located in Havering
• Excellent transport links in and around the city,
• Incredibly supportive leadership team.

Working with this school is a fantastic opportunity for experienced teachers and ECTs alike, with TLRs, mentorships and a clear progression route, the selected candidate for this role is on route to a brilliant career.

If being a English Teacher / English ECT is the role for you please apply by sending your CV to Charlie at EdEx, if shortlisted you will be contacted by your personal consulted.

English Teacher / English ECT - January 2026

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