ECT of Science - Kingston upon Thames 🧪

Launch Your Scientific Career: Exciting Science ECT Position in Kingston!

Are you an enthusiastic and ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT) of Science, ready to start your career in a supportive and high-achieving environment? Our client, a highly regarded secondary school in the desirable borough of Kingston upon Thames, is seeking a dedicated Science ECT to join their successful department. This school offers exceptional mentorship and a reduced timetable designed for ECT induction success.

The Vitals: What You'll Be Doing

This full-time role is structured to provide you with the essential foundation for your teaching career, focusing on developing effective classroom practice and subject mastery across the sciences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instructional Delivery: Teach Science effectively across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and your specialism (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) up to GCSE (KS4), building foundational knowledge and scientific curiosity.
• ECT Induction: Fully participate in the school’s bespoke ECT Induction Programme, attending regular professional development sessions, and engaging in constructive self-reflection and observation.
• Practical Skills: Confidently plan and lead practical experiments, ensuring a high standard of health and safety and promoting inquiry-based learning.
• Collaboration & Mentorship: Work closely with your assigned mentor and the wider Science team to share ideas, refine your pedagogy, and benefit from the department's collective expertise.

Candidate Profile: What We're Looking For

This role is specifically for a newly or recently qualified teacher with a passion for science and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualification: A degree in a Science discipline (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics).
• Certification: Hold, or be expecting to successfully complete, Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) upon taking up the post.
• Status: Must be eligible to begin or continue the Early Career Teacher (ECT) induction period.
• Skills: High potential as a classroom practitioner, excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and an eagerness to learn and contribute to school life.

Remuneration & Next Steps

The school offers excellent professional development opportunities and a competitive salary within the regional pay scale.

Salary and Application:

• Salary: Paid to the Main Pay Scale (MPS) M1-M3 (Outer London pay scale), commensurate with the ECT banding.
• Action: If you are a passionate Science ECT ready to launch your career in a supportive Kingston school, please apply through our recruitment platform or contact our specialist team directly for further details. Start your journey to becoming an outstanding teacher today!