Job Description

Early Career Teacher (ECT) Vacancy

St George's Catholic Primary School, Shoeburyness

Full time post available from September 2026

Closing date: Tuesday 5th May 2026 Midday

Interview day/s: Tuesday 12th and Wednesday 13th May 2026

St George's Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join our welcoming and supportive school community. Here, our pupils flourish and thrive in a safe, supportive environment that promotes respect and kindness. With a strong Catholic ethos, our school fosters exceptional behaviour and a calm atmosphere where every child can achieve their best.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual at the start of their teaching career to develop their practice in a nurturing environment.

The successful candidate will:

· Have excellent classroom practice and the knowledge and ability to apply a range of pedagogical strategies to promote and support pupil achievement

· Be able to challenge and support children of all abilities across the curriculum

· Demonstrate a passion for the learning and development of all members of our school community

· Have high expectations of themselves, colleagues and children

· Be able to work effectively as part of a team

· Be committed to the belief that everyone can succeed

We can offer you:

· A supportive and welcoming working environment

· Friendly, polite children who are eager to learn

· A dedicated team of staff and governors, with strong support at all levels

· The freedom to be creative within a broad and balanced curriculum

· High-quality professional development

Visits to the school are actively encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01702 293522 or via email at office@st-georges.southend to arrange an appointment with the Headteacher, Mrs Annabelle Delgado

Please note: the school reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable candidate be identified.

Information about the School

St. George's is a living community that strives to provide an outstanding education for all our children through the combined efforts of teachers, parents, support staff, governors and parishioners.

Our Vision is the starting point for all that we do:

At St George’s, God calls us by name to love, learn and achieve together, safe in the palm of His hands.

‘I have called you by your name; you are mine’ Isaiah 43

We aim to be a Christian community and witnesses to Christ, where all can experience and grow in Christian love, through God's word and the gifts of His sacraments, and through prayer and personal example.