Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Secondary Schools

Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Secondary School Jobs | September Start

Location: Birmingham, West MidlandsStart Date: September 2025Job Type: Full-time | Permanent & Long-Term ContractsSalary:M1-M2 (in line with teacher pay scale)

TeachMatch is recruiting Early Career Teachers (ECTs) for full-time teaching positions starting September 2025 across a range of secondary schools in Birmingham. We are looking for passionate, committed individuals who are ready to begin their teaching careers and make a lasting impact.

Whether you're an ECT completing your PGCE, School Direct, or SCITT programme, or already hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons to secondary students
• Work collaboratively with department and pastoral teams
• Participate in school CPD and ECT induction programmes
• Support pupil progress and classroom behaviour effectively
• Contribute to a positive, respectful school environment

We Are Hiring ECTs In:

• English Teachers
• Maths Teachers
• Science Teachers (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
• Humanities (History, Geography, RE)
• Modern Foreign Languages (French, Spanish, German)
• Design Technology, Art, Music, PE
• SEND and Inclusion Support roles

Benefits of Joining TeachMatch:

• One application gives access to multiple school vacancies
• Schools with strong ECT induction and mentoring programmes
• Personal job-matching to roles based on your preferences and subject
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Free CV writing and interview coaching
• £200 referral bonus- Refer a friend, and once they’ve worked 14 days through us, you’ll receive a £200 reward!

Candidate Requirements:

• UK-recognised Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Completion of PGCE, SCITT, or School Direct by Summer 2025
• Right to work in the UK
• Passion for teaching and commitment to professional development

Why Choose TeachMatch for Your ECT Job Search?

TeachMatch helps ECTs find the best secondary school teaching jobs in Birmingham. We work with inclusive, high-performing schools that are ready to support and develop new teachers.

Whether you’re looking for ECT teaching roles in Birmingham, secondary school jobs with QTS, or NQT teaching jobs, TeachMatch has the connections and expertise to help you succeed.

Apply today to join the TeachMatchECT Talent Pool.One application. Multiple opportunities. Full support.

Know another ECT? Refer them to TeachMatch and earn £200!