Early Career Teacher - English

Harwich & Dovercourt High School is seeking a dynamic, motivated Early Career Teacher to join the school from July 2025., We also have ECT vacancies for Teacher of English at the following schools:

• The Colne Community School
• Philip Morant School and College
• The Stanway School
• St Helena School
Please indicate on your application form if you wish to also be considered for any of these schools As a Teacher, your key responsibilities will include: Teach your subject with enthusiasm
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons
• Assess and provide feedback
• Provide care, guidance and support to our young people
• Work as a member of a team
(The full details can be found in the attached Candidate Pack, Job Outline and Person Specification)., Over the last few years eligible teachers of Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Languages have been able to apply for an Early Careers Payment. Eligibility is based on when you start your initial teacher training course and your qualifications. If you would like to find out more please follow this link:https://www.gov.uk/guidance/early-career-payments-guidance-for-teachers-and-schools Alongside this the government also has the Targeted Retention Incentive scheme. Payments range from £3,000 to £6,000, applicable subjects are Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Computing. Eligible Sigma schools this year are Thomas Lord Audley School, Clacton County High School, Harwich & Dovercourt High School and Paxman Academy. If you would like to find out more please follow this link: targeted retention incentive payments for school teachers You may wish to consider this as part of your application process. Although, please note these payments have not been confirmed for next year, therefore we can't guarantee these payments will be available 2025/26. Please note if you are eligible for both the targeted retention incentive andearly-career payments, you can only claim one of these additional payments in the same academic year., Harwich and Dovercourt High School is a vibrant, caring school serving the community. Every student is welcomed, challenged and supported to achieve their full potential and every student has opportunities and experiences to ensure their schooling is fulfilling and enjoyable. At Harwich and Dovercourt High School we believe in partnerships between students, staff and the home. We believe in responsibility, ambition and commitment, where no challenge is too great and where great futures are nurtured. Our goal is for every student to be proud of their efforts and achievement and for every parent and carer to be proud of their child, school and community. Our pledge is to work tirelessly in the pursuit of excellence. Safeguarding The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.Documents Please be aware that some uploaded documents may require special software such as Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat Reader to view.
• Notes for Applicants
• Information Pack
  
  A willingness to keep up to date with subject knowledge & pedagogy
• Excellent interpersonal skills with both adults and children
• The ability to organise and prioritise your own workload
• A positive, helpful and courteous manner when carrying out your professional duties
  
  Employment on Teachers Pay & Conditions
• Friendly and value driven workplaces
• A robust CPD training programme that enables you to flourish
• Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to share resources, ideas and build collaborative relationships
Employee benefits include:
• Excellent pension scheme
• A Health Cash Plan
• Free membership to Perkbox, offering discounts and savings
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential advice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care plan
• Annual free flu vaccination
• Discounted gym membership at selected local gyms
• Discounted cinema tickets
• Eligible for Blue Light Card
Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation., Successful applicants will be invited to attend an Assessment Day at one of our schools which will include a lesson observation, face to face interview and task.
• Closing date: Midnight, Wednesday 27th November 2024
• Interview date: 3rd - 5th December 2024
The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.