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Colchester

History ECT – Mixed Secondary School - Colchester

Location: Colchester, Essex
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Paid to scale on MPS (ECT rates)

Looking for a secondary school with a nurturing and well-structured History department in Colchester?

A supportive and academically driven mixed secondary school in Colchester has an excellent opportunity for a History ECT to join its Humanities department from January 2026.

Job Overview

This school is seeking an enthusiastic History Early Career Teacher to teach KS3 and KS4 History, supported by a highly collaborative department and a structured ECT programme.

You will benefit from:

  • Shared resources and curriculum planning
  • Regular coaching and mentoring
  • Reduced ECT teaching timetable

The School

This 11–18 comprehensive educates approximately 1,200 students and is known for:

  • Strong behaviour standards
  • A consistent teaching culture
  • Excellent pastoral care

The History department offers:

  • A well-sequenced curriculum
  • Strong focus on analytical writing and enquiry
  • Shared assessments and moderated marking

ECTs receive:

  • Weekly mentor meetings
  • Regular observation and feedback
  • Personalised development targets
  • Ongoing CPD

Staff describe the setting as calm, ambitious, and exceptionally collegiate, with leadership that is visible, supportive, and deeply invested in teacher development.

Benefits Typically Include

  • Reduced ECT timetable
  • Dedicated mentor support
  • CPD aligned to the ECF
  • Strong departmental collaboration
  • Supportive behaviour systems
  • Positive staff culture

History ECT – Experience and Qualifications

  • Degree in History or related discipline
  • QTS or pending QTS
  • Strong KS3–KS4 subject knowledge
  • Passion for historical enquiry
  • Clear classroom communication
  • Legal right to work in the UK

Application

If you are a dedicated History ECT seeking a strong start in Colchester, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.

Locations
Colchester

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History ECT – Mixed Secondary School - Colchester

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