School Jobs in Colchester

History Teacher required January 2026 Mixed secondary school based in Colchester History Teacher to join a high-performing and reflective Humanities department Our Client is seeking a History Teacher to teach KS3 and KS4 within a large secondary school in Colchester. The successful History Teacher will join a department that places strong emphasis on enquiry-based learning, historical analysis and extended writing. School Information This 11–18 school educates approximately 1,300 pupils and has…

Location: Colchester, Essex Start Date: January 2026 Salary: Paid to scale (MPS) A high-performing secondary school in Colchester is seeking a Geography ECT to join its successful Humanities faculty. Role Overview The successful Geography ECT will teach KS3 and KS4 Geography, delivering engaging lessons that develop enquiry skills, map interpretation, and real-world geographical understanding. The department benefits from shared schemes of work, specialist classrooms, and an established approac…

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential? We are looking for dedicated, enthusiastic, and caring individuals to join our education team as a Teaching Assistant Working within a specialist educational environment, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils' learning, development, and wellbeing, helping to create a positive and engaging learning experience every day. About the Role As part of our team, you will work closely with teaching staff to suppo…

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and dedicated Year 6 Teacher to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Colchester, starting as soon as possible. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about Upper Key Stage 2 and committed to delivering high-quality teaching that prepares pupils for the transition to secondary school while fostering a love of learning. The school has a strong ethos of inclusion, collaboration, and high expectations. Staff work clos…

Food Technology Teacher - Highly Acclaimed Secondary School in Colchester Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale Food Technology Teacher A highly acclaimed Secondary School in Colchester is seeking a professional and highly organised Food Technology Teacher to join their experienced academic team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and supportive school environment where teaching staff play an essential role in the smooth o…

Job Type: Part Time & Full Time Job Location: Colchester School Setting: Secondary School Contract Type: Contract REF: SENDIRECT/191666 Rate: £31,000 – £49,081 per annum Hours: Full time Start Date: September 2025 Are you a passionate Food Technology Teacher ready to equip students with real-life skills through creative and practical learning? A forward-thinking secondary school in Colchester is looking for a dedicated educator to join their team from September 2025. This contract position is o…

Business Studies Teacher Renowned Sixth Form College Full-Time Permanent September 2026 Colchester, Essex A high-performing and inclusive sixth form college in Colchester is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Business Studies Teacher to join its successful department. This is an exciting opportunity to teach motivated post-16 learners in a supportive academic environment focused on achievement, progression, and student success. Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking team, th…

The Drama Teacher vacancy you have been waiting for… The Drama department at a renowned school in Colchester is looking for a passionate Drama teacher. Job Overview Our client is recruiting for a Drama Teacher starting in January or earlier. The school is a co-educational school with an excellent local rapport. The Drama Teacher is expected to teach Drama from KS3 to KS5 to the high-achieving and well-behaved student body. The School The school is an has an inclusive and diverse community and i…

A leading Independent School in Colchester is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Music Teacher for an immediate start to join a flourishing Music department known for excellence. About the Role You will teach Music from KS3–KS5 , helping students develop confidence in performance, composition, listening skills, and ensemble participation. The Music School boasts: A dedicated recital hall Piano and keyboard suites Instrument practice rooms Recording studio facilities A rich programme of concer…

Job Type: Full Time Job Location: Colchester School Setting: Secondary School Contract Type: Permanent REF: SENDIRECT/191681 Rate: £31,650 – £43,607 per annum Hours: Full time Start Date: September 2025 Are you a passionate and creative Music Teacher ready to inspire students through the power of performance, composition, and musical expression? A well-regarded secondary school in Colchester is seeking a talented teacher to join their music department from September 2025. This full-time, perman…

We are seeking a driven, creative and passionate Art Teacher to join an Outstanding mainstream secondary school in Colchester . As an Art Teacher , you will deliver engaging and ambitious lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5 , encouraging students to explore creativity, refine technique and develop individual artistic identity. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Art Teacher or a developing teacher ready to make an impact within a high-achieving school. The Art department is well esta…

An established independent school in Colchester is looking to appoint a Computer Science Teacher from January 2026 . Computer Science Teacher required from January 2026 Independent co-educational school with strong digital learning focus Ideal for a teacher eager to cultivate creativity, coding confidence, and computational thinking You’ll teach Computer Science at KS3–KS5, designing dynamic lessons that balance theory with hands-on programming. There is scope to contribute to digital enrichmen…

SCIENCE TEACHER – COLCHESTER Are you a qualified Science Teacher passionate about inspiring young minds through the world of science? Do you hold QTS and thrive in dynamic, forward-thinking secondary school environments? Are you looking for a rewarding new teaching role in Colchester starting this January? Job Title: Science Teacher Location: Colchester Start Date: January Pay: To scale Contract Type: Permanent or Contract QTS REQUIRED Protocol Education is proud to be working with an excellent…

Key Dates Deadline for Applications:30/06/26 Interview Date: W/C 06/06/26 Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fixing what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we’d like you to be part of it. Who we are Our children come from a wide range of backgrounds, but all have Soc…

ENGLISH TEACHER – COLCHESTER Are you a qualified English Teacher passionate about inspiring young minds through literature and language? Do you hold QTS and thrive in dynamic, forward-thinking secondary school environments? Are you looking for a rewarding new teaching role in Colchester starting this January? Job Title: English Teacher Location: Colchester Start Date: January Pay: To scale Contract Type: Permanent or Contract QTS REQUIRED Protocol Education is proud to be working with an excell…

A forward-thinking Colchester primary seeks a reflective and versatile KS2 Teacher to join its Key Stage 2 team on a Part-Time basis from January 2026. This Part-Time KS2 Teacher post offers a balanced workload while enabling the KS2 Teacher to deliver high-impact teaching. The KS2 Teacher will take part in pre-term planning before January 2026, attend induction in January 2026, and commence teaching from January 2026 on the agreed Part-Time timetable. Why this Part-Time KS2 Teacher role? The P…

GSL Education is currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Key Stage 1 Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Colchester . This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher who is committed to creating engaging learning experiences and supporting pupils during these important early stages of their education. The school has a friendly and supportive atmosphere where staff work collaboratively to ensure every child feels encouraged, valued, and motivated to learn. About the Ro…

Prospero Teaching are looking for Early Career Teachers to work in local schools in Colchester and the surrounding areas starting from September 2026. We work with a range of Primary Schools; from small village schools to large three-form entry schools. We cover classes from Reception through to Year 6. We are looking for teachers who have strong behaviour management skills and are passionate about teaching. The position is open to both newly qualified teachers and experienced teachers. Some co…

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and academically capable Science ECT to join an Outstanding secondary school in Colchester from January . This role is ideal for a Newly Qualified Teacher looking to develop strong classroom practice within a well-established and supportive Science department. You will deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3–KS4 , supported by a comprehensive ECT programme that includes reduced teaching load, weekly mentoring, structured CPD and regular opportunities…

Are you a passionate Primary Teacher looking for flexible work in Colchester? Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to gain valuable classroom experience, GSL Education has fantastic opportunities available across a number of welcoming and supportive primary schools in the area. We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Primary Supply Teachers to work on a day-to-day and short-term basis in schools across Colchester . Supply teaching offers the flexibility to fit a…

Primary Supply Teachers, HLTAs & Cover Supervisors Required Colchester & Surrounding Areas. Flexible Opportunities for the 2026/2027 Academic Year Daily Supply | Short-Term | Long-Term | Full-Time & Part-Time Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be recognised as one of the UK's Sunday Times Top 100 Employers, and we're committed to stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates come first. Are you looking for greater flexibility without stepping away from education? Whether you're an experienced Pri…

Supply Teacher - Colchester - ASAP Start Prospero Teaching are seeking reliable and adaptable Primary Supply Teachers to work across a range of welcoming primary schools in Colchester and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified teachers who enjoy variety, flexibility, and the chance to support different school communities on a day‑to‑day basis. Schools are looking for confident practitioners with strong behaviour management skills and the ability to quickly build r…

Nursery Nurse At Zero2Five, our Client is looking to employ a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Nurse for their quality Nursery based near Colchester. The successful candidate must be passionate, enthusiastic and driven to give young children the best early years education and care needed for there development. Key Responsibilities · Deliver outstanding learning opportunities and exceptional care · Planning of curriculum with room colleagues as per Early Years Foundation Stage · Planning of early years…

Attendance Officer – Primary School – Colchester Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale A welcoming primary school in Colchester is looking to appoint a dedicated and organised Attendance Officer to join its experienced pastoral and administration team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about improving pupil attendance and enjoys working closely with families, staff and external agencies to ensure every child receives th…