SECONDARY ECT TEACHER - SEPTEMBER 2026 START

London | Full Time | Permanent & Long-Term Roles Available

Graduating This Summer? Let's Get Your First Teaching Role Sorted.

If you're currently completing your PGCE or School Direct and you're looking for a Secondary ECT position from September 2026, we want to hear from you now; not in July.

The best schools fill their ECT roles early. Getting registered with Empowering Learning today means you'll be first in line when those opportunities come through - and you'll have expert support throughout the entire process.

Who We're Looking For

We are actively registering Early Career Teachers (ECTs) across all secondary subjects for September 2026 starts, including:

Maths English Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) Modern Foreign Languages (French, Spanish, German) History & Geography Design Technology Computer Science / ICT PE & Sports Art & Drama Religious Studies / PSHE Business Studies & EconomicsWhat You'll Need

On track to achieve or already holding Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) A passion for your subject and a genuine commitment to young people Resilience, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn and grow Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupilsWhat We Offer You

Access to a wide network of outstanding, good and requires improvement secondary schools across London and beyond Dedicated consultant support from registration through to your first day in school Honest advice on which schools will give you the best ECT induction experience Help preparing your CV, personal statement and interview technique Ongoing support throughout your ECT years - we don't disappear once you're placed Roles across all London boroughs and surrounding countiesWhy Register Now?

Most ECTs wait until May or June to start their job search. By then, the strongest schools have already interviewed and the best roles are gone.

Registering with us now means:

✅ Your profile is ready the moment schools begin recruiting ✅ You'll get first access to roles before they're advertised publicly ✅ You'll have time to prepare properly - CV, references, interview practice ✅ Less stress during your final term when you need to focus on your training

What Happens When You Register?

Quick call - we find out what you're looking for, your subject, preferred location and the type of school that suits you We build your profile - we present you to the right schools at the right time Interviews arranged - we handle all communication and prep you thoroughly You start in September - confident, prepared and in the right school for youGet in Touch Today

Don't leave your first teaching role to chance. Let's get ahead of it together.

Get in touch with Aaron at Empowering Learning today!

We work with schools committed to safeguarding. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and full compliance checks prior to placement