Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Job Description

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Secondary School ECT Opportunity – Hartlepool| September 2026 Start 

Location: HartlepoolStart Date: September 2026Contract Type: Full-time, permanent

Are you an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher ready to begin your teaching journey in a supportive and inspiring environment? We are seeking a passionate and dedicated ECT to join our friendly primary school community in Hartlepool from September 2026.

About the RoleThis is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated ECT to develop their teaching practice within a nurturing and collaborative setting. You will be teaching in a well-resourced secondary classroom, supported by experienced colleagues and a structured induction programme.

What We Offer

• A comprehensive ECT induction programme with dedicated mentor support
• A welcoming and inclusive school community
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning
• Supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold (or be on track to achieve) QTS by September 2026
• Have a strong understanding of the primary curriculum
• Demonstrate creativity, enthusiasm, and a commitment to engaging all learners
• Be reflective and eager to develop professionally
• Work effectively as part of a team

Whether you are completing your training this year or planning ahead, this role offers the perfect start to your teaching career.

Apply NowIf you are ready to make a positive impact and begin your journey in a supportive secondary school, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.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.Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.Full assistance provided. xwzovoh For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.