Find the Right School for Your Career

Your first years in teaching are a chance to develop your classroom practice, discover your strengths and decide what kind of teacher you want to become. At Strategy Education, we help Early Career Teachers (ECTs) find teaching jobs in Canterbury and across Kent, connecting new teachers with schools where they can gain experience and develop their careers.

From permanent positions and long-term placements to supply teaching opportunities, our experienced education recruitment consultants can help you find a role that suits your skills, ambitions and preferred way of working.

Teaching Opportunities for Early Career Teachers in Canterbury

Canterbury has a varied education sector, with primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools and specialist settings across the city and surrounding Kent communities. This gives Early Career Teachers plenty of choice when considering where they would like to begin their careers.

We work with schools offering:

  • Structured ECT induction and mentoring
  • Supportive teaching and leadership teams
  • Opportunities for ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and professional development
  • Permanent, temporary and supply teaching positions
  • Roles across primary, secondary and SEND education

Taking the time to find the right environment matters. Our consultants will discuss your priorities and introduce you to opportunities where you can build confidence and develop your teaching practice.

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    Supporting Early Career Teachers in Canterbury

    Applications and interviews can feel relentless when you’re completing teacher training at the same time. Working with an education recruitment specialist can make the process considerably easier.

    Strategy Education provides:

    • CV and application advice
    • Interview preparation and career guidance
    • Access to teaching vacancies across Canterbury and Kent
    • Support when comparing different schools and opportunities

    We also recruit nationwide:

    • Early Career Teachers
    • Qualified Teachers
    • Unqualified Teachers
    • Teaching Assistants
    • Learning Support Assistants

    Recruiting Early Career Teachers in Canterbury

    For headteachers and recruitment leads, finding an ECT who fits comfortably into an existing school team is just as important as filling the vacancy.

    Strategy Education works with primary, secondary and SEND schools, academies and other education settings across Canterbury and Kent. We support recruitment for permanent appointments, long-term placements and supply cover, carefully matching candidates with the requirements and culture of individual schools.

    Our consultants manage the recruitment process efficiently, helping busy school leaders access enthusiastic new teachers without adding unnecessary pressure to their workload.

    Why Choose Strategy Education?

    • Strategy Education Ltd is a named supplier on Lot 1 of the Government Commercial Agency’s (GCA) RM6376 Supply Teachers and Education Recruitment framework.
    • REC Audited Education accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to high standards and best practice in education recruitment.
    • Established relationships with schools and education providers across the country.
    • Access to a trusted network of Early Career Teachers and experienced education professionals.
    • Tailored recruitment solutions to meet the individual needs of every school.
    • Specialist consultants with extensive knowledge of the education sector.
    • Active involvement in the local education community through sponsorships and initiatives such as The Thurrock Education Awards (2017, 2018 & 2019).

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    Start Your Teaching Career in Canterbury

    Ready to explore Early Career Teacher jobs in Canterbury? Call Strategy Education on 0345 521 9987 or complete our online registration form to discuss current teaching opportunities.

    Teaching in Canterbury

    Canterbury offers an appealing combination of historic surroundings, a lively student population and easy access to the Kent countryside and coast. The city’s universities contribute to its strong educational identity, while rail connections provide services towards London and other parts of Kent, including the beautiful Kent coast.

    From the medieval streets surrounding Canterbury Cathedral to riverside walks along the Great Stour, the city has plenty to offer outside the classroom too. For an Early Career Teacher, Canterbury offers the opportunity to work within a diverse educational community while enjoying Kent’s distinctive city, famed for Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales.