Secondary ECT

Austin Fraser; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education is looking for enthusiastic Secondary Early Career Teachers (ECT) to begin their teaching journey in Newcastle. The role involves delivering engaging lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, providing a positive learning environment while receiving support from experienced staff. This position offers daily supply or long-term placements, suitable for those looking to gain diverse teaching experience.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Personalised support from a consultant

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Must have QTS or equivalent qualification.
• Experience as an ECT in a secondary school required.
• Strong subject knowledge with a passion for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons following national curriculum guidelines.
• Support student progress through effective teaching and assessment.
• Manage classroom behaviour according to school policy.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Engagement

Creative teaching methods

Knowledge of safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teaching Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Title: Secondary ECT
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £150 - £220 per day (Depending on experience).
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term

Are you an Early Career Teacher ready to begin your secondary teaching journey?

GSL Education are welcoming applications from enthusiastic and motivated Secondary ECTs looking to start their teaching career in Newcastle. Whether you're seeking a daily supply to gain experience across schools or looking for a long-term placement, we have opportunities to suit your goals.

Role Overview:

As a Secondary ECT, you will teach your subject specialism across Key Stages 3 and 4, and potentially Key Stage 5, depending on the school and your area of expertise. You ll contribute to a positive and engaging learning environment and continue to develop your skills with the support of experienced colleagues.

Responsibilities of the Secondary ECT:

• Deliver high-quality lessons that follow national curriculum guidelines.
• Support student progress through effective teaching, feedback, and assessment.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policy.
• Collaborate with department teams and contribute to curriculum planning.
• Participate in CPD opportunities and reflect on your teaching practice.

Requirements of the Secondary ECT:

• A Qualified Teaching Status (QTS), or equivalent teaching qualification in a secondary subject area.
• Experience as an Early Career Teacher in a secondary school setting, with the ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet student needs.
• A strong subject knowledge and passion for teaching, with a commitment to fostering academic excellence.
• The ability to inspire and engage students through creative and interactive teaching methods.
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• A proactive and reflective approach to teaching, with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates reflective of experience and responsibilities.
• A range of schools to gain varied experience or secure long-term placements.
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant.
• Opportunities to grow within supportive school environments.

Ready to start your secondary teaching career? Apply now to join GSL Education as a Secondary ECT in Newcastle.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. For more information or to register your interest in the Secondary ECTrole, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV and get in touch directly with Saif at (url removed) for more information.

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