At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging lessons and support student achievement in a dynamic secondary school environment.
- Company: Supportive secondary schools in Croydon with strong subject departments.
- Benefits: Structured ECT induction, ongoing professional development, and clear career progression pathways.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities available for enthusiastic Early Career Teachers starting September 2026.
- Why this job: Kickstart your teaching career with dedicated mentoring and a supportive community.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or expected QTS by September 2026.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 40000 £ per year.
Secondary Early Career Teacher (ECT) opportunities are available in Croydon, starting in September 2026. We are working with supportive and high-performing secondary schools that are looking to secure strong ECTs ahead of the new academic year. Schools are already arranging interviews, observation lessons, and trial days, allowing candidates to experience the school environment, meet departments, and secure their role early.
This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified teachers looking to begin their teaching career in a secondary setting with strong subject departments, structured ECT support, and clear career progression pathways.
About the Role
- Deliver engaging, subject-specialist lessons across KS3 and KS4 (and KS5 where applicable), supporting student achievement and maintaining high standards of learning, behaviour, and progress while completing your ECT induction.
- Differentiating teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including SEN students.
- Contributing to departmental planning, resources, and curriculum development.
- Taking on form tutor responsibilities where required and supporting pastoral care.
- Engaging fully with the school's structured ECT induction and mentoring programme.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or expected QTS by September 2026.
- Eligibility to begin or continue the Early Career Teacher (ECT) induction.
- Strong subject knowledge in your specialist teaching area.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
- Available full-time from September 2026.
Structured ECT induction with dedicated mentoring and support, ongoing professional development, and career progression opportunities are available. Long-term and permanent roles are also available.
Schools are already interviewing and running trial lessons for September 2026 vacancies and are keen to secure strong ECTs early. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your teaching career in a supportive secondary school environment, develop your subject expertise, and build a strong foundation for long-term progression.
Secondary Teachers Required - Permanent Contract (Permanent) in Surrey employer: Your Teaching Ltd
Your Teaching is an exceptional employer for Early Career Teachers, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture in Croydon. With structured ECT induction programmes, dedicated mentoring, and clear pathways for professional development, we empower our teachers to thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on students' lives. Join us to kickstart your teaching journey in a vibrant community that values growth and excellence.
