241 primary early career teacher jobs found

Primary Teacher / ECT - September 2026 Start Locations: Blackpool, Lytham, and the Fylde Coast Pay: £130 - £260 per day (Paid to scale for long-term roles) Options: Main September start, with immediate June/July work available to get your foot in the door! Are you an ECT finishing your final placement? Don't wait until September to kickstart your career. While we are recruiting heavily for major autumn contracts, stepping into our local schools this June and July gives you the ultimate advantage. Gain vital independent classroom experience, supercharge your CV, and become a familiar face to Headteachers before the new school year even begins. The "Early Bird" Advantage Supercharge Your CV: Gain immediate "lead teacher" experience to stand out for long-term induction roles. The "Inside Track": Many schools use June/July to quietly trial teachers for upcoming autumn vacancies. Explore Local Schools: Test-drive different primary settings across the Fylde Coast to find your...

Academics proudly work very closely with many Early Career Teachers (ECT's) to help them find a role in a school that they are looking for. You may work on day-to-day assignments or short-term and long-term placements; all which can enhance your teaching portfolio! Our supply opportunities are for ECT's who enjoy adaptability, variation, and the freedom to choose where and when they work. What can Academics offer a Primary Early Career Teacher (ECT) Regular work across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. Large partnership and client base of primary schools. CPD opportunities. Help build your reputation and experience for future employers. Daily, short, & long term placements. Competitive pay rates. Your own dedicated consultant to offer advice and guidance, and to help you at the beginning of your teaching career!Please be aware that your daily rate will be dependent upon experience, prior qualifications, training, and the client rate that is currently available....

Early Career Teacher Opportunities Location: East Manchester Position: Early Career Teacher (ECT) Start Date: September 2026 Salary: £130–£150 per day Looking to secure your first teaching role for September 2026? Cover People are partnering with a range of primary and SEND schools across East Manchester to support Early Career Teachers (ECTs) in finding the right start to their careers. We work with schools in areas including Ancoats, Beswick, Clayton, Openshaw, Gorton, and Newton Heath—each offering unique environments, but all sharing a commitment to inclusion, pupil progress, and supportive staff cultures. These schools value ECTs and provide strong foundations through mentoring, collaboration, and clear development pathways. Whether you're looking to gain experience before committing to a permanent role or want to secure something long-term from the outset, we can offer a route that fits your goals. Opportunities Available: Flexible day-to-day supply work to build...

Early Years Teaching Assistant – Reception Class Large Primary School seeking an Early Years Teaching Assistant Redbridge, London Pay: £95 - £110 per day Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time, Long-term (8:30am – 4:00pm) About the Role: Vocational Recruitment is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Redbridge to appoint an experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant for a Reception class role starting in September 2026. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity to join a supportive Early Years team and play a key role in helping young children develop socially, emotionally, and academically during this crucial stage of their education. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to support learning through play, deliver targeted interventions, contribute to observations and assessments, and help create a stimulating and nurturing learning environment. Previous experience within EYFS and a strong...

Primary Class Teachers - South East London Full-Time | Start: September 2026 | Salary: Inner London M1 - UPS1 (£38,766 - £60,092) SANZA Teaching Agency is currently working in partnership with a wide range of primary schools across Lewisham, Greenwich, Bexley, Southwark and Bromley who are seeking passionate and committed Primary Class Teachers for September starts. We are supporting schools that offer welcoming environments, strong leadership and a clear focus on pupil progress, wellbeing and high-quality teaching. Opportunities are available across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, suitable for both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners. The Role: Full class teaching responsibility across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum Creating a positive, inclusive and well-structured learning environment Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, progress and attainment Assessing, tracking and reporting on pupil...

KS1 Teaching Assistant Location: Aston, Birmingham B6 Weekly Pay: £(Apply online only) Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only) Start Date: September 1st 2026 Contract: Long-Term temporary, Temp to Perm A welcoming primary school in Aston is looking for a confident and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team. This varied role offers the opportunity to support pupils across Key Stage 1, deliver targeted interventions, and occasionally lead PPA cover sessions within the school. This position would be particularly well suited to an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to gain valuable classroom experience, develop their teaching practice, and strengthen their curriculum knowledge within a supportive school environment. What You'll Be Doing: Supporting teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 classrooms Delivering small-group interventions in phonics, literacy and numeracy Providing tailored 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs Adapting learning...

Primary Class Teachers - South London Full-Time | Start: September 2026 | Salary: Inner London M1 - UPS1 (£38,766 - £60,092) SANZA Teaching Agency is currently working with a range of welcoming and inclusive primary schools across Lambeth, Croydon, Merton and Sutton who are seeking enthusiastic and committed Primary Class Teachers for September starts. These schools offer supportive leadership teams, strong behaviour systems and a clear focus on raising attainment, inclusion and pupil wellbeing. Opportunities are available across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 for both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners. The Role: Full class teaching responsibility across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum Creating a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, progress and attainment Assessing, tracking and reporting on pupil progress Differentiating learning to...

Primary Class Teachers - East London Full-Time | Start: September 2026 | Salary: Inner London M1 - UPS1 (£38,766 - £60,092) SANZA Teaching Agency is currently working in partnership with a range of vibrant, diverse and welcoming primary schools across Hackney and Tower Hamlets who are seeking passionate and dedicated Primary Class Teachers for September starts. These schools offer inclusive, community-driven environments with strong leadership, supportive staff teams and a clear commitment to high standards, pupil progress and wellbeing. Roles are available across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, suitable for both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners. The Role: Full class teaching responsibility across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 Planning and delivering engaging, creative lessons in line with the National Curriculum Creating a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, progress and attainment Assessing, tracking and...

Job title: Supply Teacher Start date: ASAP or September Location: South Gloucestershire Pay rate: £140-£160p/d (supply) Looking for Primary Teachers to Lead, Educate, and Inspire! Join Tradewind - Your Path to Primary Teaching Success! Are you a passionate and dedicated primary teacher seeking exciting opportunities in South Glos and north Bristol? Look no further! Tradewind's Bristol branch, a leading education agency with a 5-star review on Google from over 240 reviews, is currently hiring talented Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2) teachers for both supply teaching right away, and long-term roles in September. Whether you're an experienced professional looking for opportunities to work in new schools, or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking a supportive environment, we will have the perfect role for you. Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of young learners! As a primary teacher with Tradewind, you will: Deliver engaging lessons that meet national...

Job title: Supply Teacher Start date: ASAP or September Location: Bristol Pay rate: £140-£160p/d (supply) Looking for Primary Teachers to Lead, Educate, and Inspire! Join Tradewind - Your Path to Primary Teaching Success! Are you a passionate and dedicated primary teacher seeking exciting opportunities in Bristol? Look no further! Tradewind's Bristol branch, a leading education agency with a 5-star review on Google from over 240 reviews, is currently hiring talented Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2) teachers for both supply teaching now, and long-term roles from September. Whether you're an experienced professional looking for opportunities in new schools, or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking a supportive environment, we will have the perfect role for you. Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of young learners in Bristol! As a primary teacher with Tradewind, you will: Deliver engaging lessons that meet national curriculum standards Assess student...

Job title: Supply Teacher Start date: ASAP or September Location: Swindon Pay rate: £140-£160p/d (supply) Looking for Primary Teachers to Lead, Educate, and Inspire! Join Tradewind - Your Path to Primary Teaching Success! Are you a passionate and dedicated primary teacher seeking exciting opportunities in Swindon? Look no further! Tradewind's Bristol branch, a leading education agency with a 5-star review on Google from over 240 reviews, is currently hiring talented Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2) teachers for both supply teaching now, and long-term roles from September. Whether you're an experienced professional looking for opportunities in new schools or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking a supportive environment, we will have the perfect role for you. Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of young learners in Swindon! As a primary teacher with Tradewind, you will: Deliver engaging lessons that meet national curriculum standards Assess student...

Job title: Primary Teacher Start date: ASAP or September Location: Bath Pay rate: £140-£160p/d (supply) Looking for Primary Teachers to Lead, Educate, and Inspire! Join Tradewind - Your Path to Primary Teaching Success! Are you a passionate and dedicated primary teacher seeking exciting opportunities in Bath? Look no further! Tradewind's Bristol branch, a leading education agency with a 5-star review on Google from over 240 reviews, is currently hiring talented Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2) teachers for both supply teaching now, and long-term roles from September. Whether you're an experienced professional looking for opportunities in new schools, or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking a supportive environment, we will have the perfect role for you. Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of young learners in Bath! As a primary teacher with Tradewind, you will: Deliver engaging lessons that meet national curriculum standards Assess student progress...

Year 3 Teacher Southwark, South East London Full-Time | September 2026 Start M1-M3 Pay Scale: £40,317 - £44,236 per annum Open to ECTs Are you an enthusiastic and motivated teacher looking to join a welcoming primary school in Southwark? We are seeking a dedicated Year 3 Teacher to join a lovely and supportive school community from September 2026. This Good Ofsted-rated primary school prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop a love of learning and achieve their full potential. The school offers a strong sense of community, supportive leadership, and excellent opportunities for professional growth. The Role As a Year 3 Teacher, you will: Deliver engaging and inspiring lessons that motivate and challenge pupils. Support children as they transition into Key Stage 2. Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Plan, assess, and adapt learning to meet the needs of all pupils. Work collaboratively with colleagues,...

Year 5 Teacher Southwark | September 2026 Start Full-Time | Permanent Opportunity M1-M3 Inner London Scale: £40,317 - £44,236 per annum ECTs Welcome to Apply A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented and enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher to join a thriving primary school in the heart of Southwark from September 2026. This is a well-established, Good Ofsted-rated school with a reputation for providing a caring and ambitious learning environment. Staff are passionate about helping pupils achieve their best, while fostering creativity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. About the Role The successful candidate will take responsibility for a Year 5 class, delivering a broad and engaging curriculum that prepares pupils for the challenges of upper Key Stage 2. The school is looking for a teacher who can inspire curiosity, encourage resilience, and maintain high expectations for all learners. Key responsibilities include: Planning and delivering engaging lessons...

A welcoming and well-established primary school in Southwark is seeking a committed Year 5 Teacher to join their team from March to July 2026. This full-time Year 5 Teacher position offers the opportunity to teach a class of 30 pupils within a two-form entry setting. The year group benefits from strong behaviour, a positive attitude to learning, and supportive families. The successful Year 5 Teacher will be delivering lessons that are already planned by the school. Planning frameworks and resources are in place, meaning the Year 5 Teacher will primarily focus on adapting and refining materials to suit the needs of the class rather than planning from scratch. The school is proud of its Good Ofsted rating and is known locally as a happy, nurturing environment with a strong sense of community. Staff work collaboratively across year groups, and the incoming Year 5 Teacher will have the support of a parallel class teacher and an approachable leadership team. This Year 5 Teacher role...

Are you an experienced Early Years / Nursery Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity? Do you hold QTS and have experience teaching within EYFS in a primary school setting? Are you looking for a full-time teaching role in a thriving and supportive primary school where you can truly make a difference to children's early development? Here at Academics, we are delighted to be working with this highly regarded primary school in Hammersmith & Fulham, who are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated, and inspiring Nursery Teacher to join their successful Early Years team from September 2026. * Nursery Teacher role - 5 days per week - September 2026 start * Outstanding primary school located in Hammersmith & Fulham * Full-time Nursery / EYFS Class Teacher position * M3 to M5 paid to scale - Inner London * Well-resourced Early Years environment with strong support staff * Exceptional CPD and career development opportunities The school has built a strong reputation...

Hackney, East London Full-Time | September 2026 - July 2027 (minimum) M3-M6 Pay Scale: £44,236 - £52,300 per annum Reeson Education Reeson Education is delighted to be recruiting for an enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Teacher to join a vibrant and dynamic primary school in Hackney from September 2026. This welcoming and inclusive 1-2 form entry mainstream primary school has a strong reputation within the local community and has achieved a Good Ofsted rating. The school is known for its supportive leadership team, positive learning environment, and commitment to ensuring every child thrives both academically and personally. The Role As an EYFS Teacher, you will: Deliver engaging and creative lessons within the Early Years Foundation Stage. Create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment where children can develop confidence and independence. Plan and assess learning in line with the EYFS framework. Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues....

PE Teacher Location: Ipswich Area, Suffolk Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS) Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (12 Months) Start Date: September 2026 About the Role Tradewind Recruitment, proudly recognised as one of The Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For, is currently recruiting for a talented PE Teacher to join a popular secondary school in the Ipswich area. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Physical Education to join a vibrant and supportive department at a school in the Ipswich area. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, inclusive PE lessons that inspire all students to lead active, healthy lifestyles and achieve their full potential. This position is ideal for an educator who possesses excellent subject knowledge, strong classroom management skills, and a passion for fostering teamwork and resilience through sports. We warmly welcome applications from both experienced practitioners and Early Career Teachers (ECTs), offering a...

Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Leicester – September 2026 Leicester & Leicestershire | Full-time, Part-time & Flexible Opportunities Still looking for your first teaching role after completing your PGCE or SCITT? Don’t worry—your teaching career starts here. At GSL Education Leicester, we specialise in supporting Early Career Teachers to secure the right start in the right school. With over 20 years of teaching experience, I offer genuine insight and guidance to help you confidently begin your career in education. We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and committed ECTs to work across a network of welcoming and supportive primary schools in Leicester and the surrounding areas. Why Choose GSL Education? ✔ Access to a wide range of local primary schools in Leicester & Leicestershire ✔ Flexible roles – full-time, part-time, and day-to-day supply ✔ Opportunities to complete your ECT induction ✔ Experience across diverse school settings and year groups ✔...

Academics are a leading national education agency that specialises in the recruitment of temporary supply teachers. Whether you are an experienced teacher who is looking for weekly supply, a short-term placement, or the chance to explore a variety of schools before committing to a long-term or permanent role, from the new academic year we will have a variety of exciting supply opportunities across our partnership primary schools. We are currently looking for enthusiastic EYFS Teachers for short and long term roles within our client primary schools. Working in our schools across the Staffordshire Moorlands can be diversified, meaning that we work with an assortment of primary schools and that we do have different requirements to suit. For teachers who are seeking flexible ad-hoc work, supply is the perfect solution! Even for those teachers who are perhaps looking for a smooth transition back into a long-term role, or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) who is looking to be introduced...