English Teacher (ECT) – Telford, Shropshire – January 2026

A thriving and inclusive 11–18 secondary school in Telford is seeking a committed English ECT to join its vibrant English faculty from January 2026 . This role offers a genuinely supportive start to your teaching career within a well-established department known for creativity, strong outcomes and excellent mentoring. The Role You’ll teach English across KS3–KS4 , with the option to gradually take on KS5 once established. The department follows a well-sequenced curriculum built around high-quality texts, strong literacy routines and shared resources that provide ECTs with clarity and structure. Lessons place emphasis on developing confident readers and articulate writers through purposeful modelling, guided practice and discussion. The School Rated Good , the school is known for its calm behaviour, inclusive ethos and highly organised pastoral systems. The English wing includes bright classrooms, access to a centralised library hub, and shared planning spaces where teachers collaborate daily. ECT Support Reduced teaching timetable Weekly mentor meetings focusing on pedagogy and routines Paired teaching during early induction Access to local ECT training networks Regular developmental observations with supportive feedback You’ll Bring A passion for English literature and language Clear communication and thoughtful lesson structure Positive classroom routines and a reflective mindset Enthusiasm for enrichment such as reading clubs or spoken-word events If you’re ready to begin your ECT journey in a nurturing, collaborative and forward-looking English department, we’d love to hear from you.