Early career teacher

Job Title: Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Primary School

Location: Derby, UK

Start Date: September 2024

Salary: M1 - M3 on the Main Pay Scale (in line with experience and qualifications)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners? Do you thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic team in the heart of Derbyshire.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join our talented team from September 2024. This is an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified teacher to begin their teaching journey in a supportive and forward-thinking school.

As an ECT, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons: Create a stimulating and positive learning environment that caters to the needs of all pupils.
• Assess and track pupil progress: Use a range of assessment tools to monitor and evaluate pupil achievement, providing feedback and support where needed.
• Support individual learning needs: Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of our pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Collaborate with colleagues: Work closely with other teachers, support staff, and school leaders to share best practices and contribute to school-wide initiatives.
• Engage with parents and carers: Communicate effectively with parents and carers to keep them informed about their child's progress and involve them in the learning process.
• Commit to professional development: Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to continually improve your teaching practice.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): You must have successfully completed your Initial Teacher Training (ITT) and achieved QTS by the start date.
• Passion for teaching: A genuine enthusiasm for working with young children and a commitment to their educational development.
• Strong communication skills: The ability to communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
• Resilience and adaptability: The ability to remain flexible and positive in a dynamic school environment.
• Commitment to inclusive education: A dedication to promoting equality and diversity within the classroom.

• Supportive environment: Comprehensive induction program and ongoing mentoring from experienced staff.
• Professional development: Access to high-quality training and development opportunities.
• Innovative teaching resources: Well-equipped classrooms and access to the latest educational technology.
• Career progression: Opportunities for career growth within the school and wider trust.
• Community spirit: A welcoming and inclusive school community with strong links to local organizations.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Equal Opportunities Statement: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.