Teacher of English (ECT's encouraged to apply)

Shorefields; Colchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Colchester seeks a committed Teacher of English to join their supportive department. The role is ideal for Early Career Teachers, emphasizing collaborative work and professional development. Responsibilities include lesson planning and student progress monitoring. The school is dedicated to safeguarding and offers various employee benefits.

Benefits

Employer Pension Contribution

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye test vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP Access

Annual onsite flu vaccination

Free daily tea and coffee

Discounted Tastecard subscription

Wellbeing week every half term

Qualifications

• Required to plan and deliver English lessons to meet students' needs.
• Accountable for student progress and liaising with staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and teach English lessons.
• Participate in the development of syllabuses and materials.
• Act as Form Tutor and perform related duties.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Commitment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Teacher of English (ECT's encouraged to apply)

Job Ref No. ECC5407-796 | Position Type: Teacher | Pay Range: MPS/UPS, London Fringe Pay Scale

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 | Contract Type: Full-time | Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 19/05/2025 Midday | Date of Interviews: Immediate interviews

Grade/Salary: Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale, commensurate with experience

Date Required: 01 September 2025

Closing Date: 15th May at Midnight

Interview Date: As soon as reasonably possible

Required for September is a committed and enthusiastic teacher of English to join our friendly and well-resourced English department. The department has a strong ethos of collaborative working across all key stages. This post would suit an Early Career Teacher (ECT).

Responsibilities include:

1. To plan, deliver, and teach English lessons and sequences of lessons to meet the individual, personal, and academic developmental needs of students and help build their capacity as independent learners.
2. To follow the Scheme of Work and assessment programme provided to ensure all students make progress.
3. To be accountable for student progress by liaising with teaching and support staff to monitor and support individual children and teaching groups.
4. To participate in the development of appropriate syllabuses, materials, and schemes of work.
5. To act as Form Tutor of an assigned form and perform related duties in accordance with the general job description of a Form Tutor.

For more information, please see the attached Job Description.

We offer our staff an excellent induction programme within a friendly and supportive environment, and are committed to providing high-quality professional development to foster continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

The Bromford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Information about the School

Our school has shown rapid progress since its inspection in November 2022. A recent review by the Local Authority highlighted a ‘sea change’ in students’ behaviour and the school’s culture and ethos. Our 2023 outcomes were the best Key Stage 4 results since 2016. Our Year 7 intake remains oversubscribed, with a waiting list.

Our school is a caring community grounded in our core values of achieve, enrich, and prepare. We focus on high expectations, kindness, sharing success, valuing diverse opinions, and making evidence-based, student-centered decisions.

Our Governing body is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo full pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS clearance, medical checks, and two satisfactory references.

About the Trust

We are a successful Multi Academy Trust based in South-East Essex, managing four secondary schools. We believe in the transformative power of education and that collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity lead to better outcomes for students.

Additional Benefits

As a valued team member, you will be entitled to benefits such as:

• Employer Pension Contribution
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye test vouchers with Specsavers
• Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling and online discounts)
• Virtual GP Access, including minors 16 and under
• Annual onsite flu vaccination
• Free daily tea and coffee, with cake on Fridays
• Discounted Tastecard subscription
• Wellbeing week every half term (no afterschool meetings)

We welcome visits from prospective candidates. To arrange a visit, contact Ann Pullin, PA to the Headteacher, at 01268 627848 or [e-mail]. We may hold interviews as applications are received and reserve the right to make an offer before the closing date. We encourage early applications.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people.

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Naz Choudhury
The Bromfords School
Grange Avenue, Wickford
Essex, SS12 0LZ
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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