A large, well-established 11–18 secondary school in Hinckley is seeking an enthusiastic and reflective English ECT to join its high-performing English faculty from January 2026. This is an exceptional opportunity for a new teacher looking for strong mentoring, consistent routines and a genuinely supportive first post.

About the Role

You will teach English across KS3–KS4, following a well-structured curriculum that blends classic literary study, contemporary texts and strong literacy building. The department provides fully resourced schemes, shared assessments, clear marking guidance and regular collaborative planning sessions — perfect for an ECT building confidence.

Why This School?

The school is rated Good and has a reputation for calm lessons, respectful pupils and well-organised behaviour systems. Walk-throughs are supportive and developmental, and new staff benefit from a dedicated induction programme.

ECT Support Includes

• A trained subject mentor with weekly coaching
• Reduced timetable across the first year
• Opportunities to observe strong practitioners
• Regular English department meetings with shared planning and moderation
• Strong pastoral support and helpful senior leadership presence

About You

You’ll bring:

• Strong subject knowledge in English
• Clear, consistent behaviour routines
• Warm, confident communication
• A genuine passion for reading and writing
• Willingness to contribute to enrichment such as debating, creative writing or theatre trips

This is an ideal school for an English ECT who wants to grow in a stable, friendly and academically ambitious environment.