ECT Class Teacher

Job Details

• Job role: Teacher
• Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 2 years
• Pay scale: M1 to M4

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our ideal candidate will:

• Hold a recognised qualification to support teaching and learning
• Have a passion for working with children and a commitment to promoting well-being and academic development ensuring every pupil is supported to fulfil their potential and flourish in education
• Have high expectations of learning and behaviour and can inspire and motivate children.
• Have knowledge of the National Curriculum objectives and expectations.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to form strong and supportive relationships with children
• Demonstrate patience, empathy and a positive attitude towards overcoming challenges
• Have a resilient, proactive and positive nature
• Bring high levels of enthusiasm, energy and positivity when working with pupils

What the school offers its staff

You will benefit from a high quality, fully compliant two year induction, underpinned by the Early Career Framework as required by DfE statutory guidance. Our programme ensures:

• A structured induction aligned with national requirements for Early Career Teachers
• Regular mentoring, professional dialogue and personalised support
• Protected ECT time across both years, meeting statutory entitlement
• Opportunities to develop your subject knowledge, assessment practice, and behaviour management in line with the Teachers’ Standards

We are dedicated to helping you grow into a confident, reflective and skilled practitioner.

Further Information

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. Visas cannot be sponsored. If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Start your teaching journey with us and make a real difference!

About Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a vibrant and nurturing environment where all are welcomed and invited to be part of a community that shares God’s love. We warmly welcome individuals of all faiths or none, embracing positive engagement, action, and education that inspire children, staff, and families to raise their eyes, open their minds, and explore the wonders of the world God created. Rooted in our mission of love, we actively contribute to the local community and the wider world, living fully as global explorers.

We cherish our school and take pride in the achievements of the children in our care. Beyond academics, we foster growth outside the classroom, creating a space where every individual can thrive. As part of the Melrose Learning Trust, we are committed to excellence and community partnership.

Commitment to Safeguarding

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant vetting checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Part 3, including an enhanced disclosure, satisfactory references, before an offer of employment is confirmed. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check as part of the safer recruitment process. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete. CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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Additional Documents

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Contact Information

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