Early Career Teachers

Job Advert:
Early Career Teachers (ECTs)

Location: Birmingham (Various Locations)
Start Date:
September 2026
Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term

Monarch Education is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Early Career Teachers (ECTs) across all subject specialisms to join our partnering primary and secondary schools for the September 2026 intake. This is an exciting opportunity for newly qualified teachers to begin their teaching journey in supportive, forward‑thinking, and well‑resourced school environments where professional growth and development are prioritised.

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that inspire, challenge, and support learners.
• Assess and track pupil progress in line with school and national assessment guidelines.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment that promotes high expectations.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of all pupils, including those with SEND.
• Work closely with mentors, phase leaders, and subject leads to successfully complete your ECT Induction.
• Participate in staff meetings, CPD opportunities, and wider school initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues to support holistic development.
• Use technology and digital tools to enhance teaching, assessment, and classroom engagement.

• A relevant teaching degree or equivalent in your subject specialism.
• QTS achieved by July 2026 (suitable for ECT Year
  1).
• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum and effective classroom practice.
• Excellent organisation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement.
• Ability to differentiate and personalise learning for pupils of varied abilities.
• Confidence in using digital resources to support teaching and learning.

• A genuine passion for education and pupil progress.
• Creative, proactive, and eager to bring fresh ideas to the classroom.
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to thrive in a dynamic school environment.
• A team player who values collaboration and constructive feedback.
• High levels of professionalism and commitment to safeguarding.

• A leading provider and Crown Commercial Service Approved
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• Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
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• Free safeguarding training and ongoing professional support.
• Refer a friend scheme – earn £200 per successful referral (unlimited referrals).
• Easy-to-use online portal for pay, availability, and timesheet management.

To learn more about what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide, visit:
About Us – Monarch Education ()

All pay rates are inclusive of rolled‑up holiday pay.
Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All temporary workers are expected to share this commitment.
This role involves regulated activity, and all applicants will require two employment references, an enhanced DBS check, and verification of right to work in the UK
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This vacancy is based in the UK; we can only process applications from candidates who are current UK residents and eligible to work in the UK.
Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every application individually. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. Your details will be retained for future opportunities.