📢 Job Role: Early Career Teacher (ECT) – English
đź“Ť Location: The Newbridge School
đź“… Contract: Full-time | Permanent
đź’Ľ Salary: MPS / UPS
We are seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Early Career Teacher (ECT) of English to join our committed and supportive team at The Newbridge School. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated teacher at the beginning of their career to develop their practice within a nurturing and collaborative environment.
The successful candidate will deliver engaging and inclusive English lessons across the curriculum, inspiring students to develop a love of reading, writing, and critical thinking. You will work closely with experienced colleagues, pastoral teams, and wider professionals to support students in overcoming barriers to learning and achieving their full potential. This role is ideal for an individual who demonstrates enthusiasm, creativity, and a strong commitment to raising achievement in English.
As part of your role, you will plan and deliver high-quality lessons, assess and monitor student progress, and contribute to interventions that support learners of all abilities, including those with additional needs. You will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, building confidence, and fostering a safe and stimulating learning environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
The Lionheart Educational Trust is a well-established and successful family of seventeen schools across Leicestershire. We are committed to delivering high-quality education and inclusive support within each of our schools, ensuring that every student feels safe, supported, and valued. Our schools benefit from strong Trust-wide support, including a structured ECT programme, mentoring, and professional development opportunities to support your growth and career progression.
We welcome applications from enthusiastic and reflective individuals who are committed to teaching English and making a positive difference to the lives of young people at The Newbridge School.
đź“…Closing date: Wednesday 24th June 2026 at 10.00am
đź“…Interviews: Tuesday 30th June 2026
The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.
We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification, job description and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.