Early Careers Classroom Teacher ( M1) 

Hours: Full-Time & Part-Time

Contract Type: Permanent 

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Pool of Early Career Teachers (Primary Schools) for Autumn 2026. We have vacancies at within Discovery Schools Trust Primary Schools. 

By applying for our Pool of ECTs, you are embarking on a teaching career in Primary Schools that will invest in you, support you to be a highly effective practitioner and offer you incredible development opportunities. 

We are looking to recruit a number of enthusiastic, flexible, and highly motivated early career teachers to build a new " Discovery Schools Trust Teacher Pool". In the first instance, if successful, a number of applicants will be immediately employed by the Trust. Those that are not immediately employed but have been successful through the interview process will be added to the Pool.

* Conditional on gaining QTS*

Our newly developed offer is perfect for you if you are looking for:

• Shared moral purpose for top quality education
• High-quality professional development to unleash your potential
• Supportive network of educators ECT support and training for your first two years

In return we will give you the opportunity to:

• Model the aims and objectives of our Primary Schools to provide "Limitless Learning" opportunities for all children, staff and families
• Provide outstanding learning for children and become self reflective learners
• Monitor progress and development of children to ensure that all children are ready for the next stage of education
• Lead by example and model best practice, regarding professional conduct, workload and personal development
• Be flexible around workplace and be prepared to teach in any of Discovery Trust Primary Schools. 

Why Choose Discovery Schools Trust? 

At Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd, we believe in limitless learning for pupils and colleagues alike. Based across Leicestershire, Leicester City and Rutland, our ever-expanding Trust includes 15 primary schools, 4 special schools, and 1 secondary school, serving a wonderfully diverse population of children from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures.

We are proud to foster a collaborative and inclusive culture, where every school benefits from shared expertise, innovation, and support. Our schools are united by a commitment to excellence, integrity, respect, inclusion and sustainable partnerships, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Discovery is more than a workplace it’s a community. We invest in our people through high-quality professional development, career progression opportunities, and flexible deployment across schools to broaden experience and impact. Whether you’re based in a bustling city school or a rural village setting, you’ll be part of a Trust that values your growth and empowers you to make a real difference.

Join us and be part of a forward-thinking organisation that’s shaping the future of education one pupil, one school, one community at a time.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations and Lutterworth College may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting. 

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If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!