A supportive and well-organised secondary school in Redditch is looking to appoint an English ECT from January 2026. The school is recognised for its strong pastoral care consistent behaviour expectations and commitment to staff development.
The English department is collaborative and well-resourced with shared planning that allows ECTs to focus on developing their classroom practice rather than creating everything from scratch.
The English curriculum focuses on:
Clear progression in reading writing and oracy
A balance of classic and contemporary texts
Strong modelling of extended responses
Consistent assessment approaches across year groups
ECT support includes:
A reduced teaching load and protected CPD time
Weekly mentoring sessions and regular coaching
Clear marking and feedback expectations
Access to whole-school literacy training
This role is ideal for an English ECT who wants to grow in confidence within a school that genuinely prioritises professional development and wellbeing.
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