Early Career Teacher - Secondary

Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Secondary Schools

Job Title: Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Secondary Schools
Location:Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £145–£168.80 per day, dependent on school
Contract: Full-time / Part-time | Long-term & Supply Opportunities

We have exciting opportunities for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) completing their PGCE or QTS in 2026 to join a range of supportive secondary schools across

Wisbech, Cambridgeshire from September 2026. These roles offer the opportunity to secure consistent, long-term placements, with many schools providing opportunities to progress into permanent positions.

Day-to-day supply work is also available for those seeking flexibility, although the main focus is on longer-term roles where you can settle into a school, build strong relationships and develop your teaching career.

As a Secondary ECT, you will deliver engaging, high-quality lessons across your specialist subject at Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4) opportunities. You will take on full classroom responsibilities, support student progress and contribute positively to the wider school and department.

As an Early Career Teacher (ECT), your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons across your specialist subject
• Teaching students across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 where relevant
• Creating a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively
• Assessing, monitoring and supporting student progress
• Building positive relationships with students and staff
• Contributing to departmental planning and wider school activities where required

We are looking for candidates who:

• Hold or are completing UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in 2026
• Are completing a PGCE or are Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
• Have strong subject knowledge in their specialist subject
• Demonstrate a confident classroom presence and strong communication skills
• Are passionate about teaching and committed to supporting student progress
• Are keen to secure a long-term teaching position
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or are willing to obtain one
• Can provide two professional references covering teacher training placements and/or recent employment

What to expect:

• Consistent long-term placements with supportive secondary schools
• Opportunities to transition into permanent teaching positions
• Flexible day-to-day supply work if preferred
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Guaranteed pay contracts available from October 2026
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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