Early Careers Teacher; Primary

Start Your Teaching Journey This September with New Directions Education

Are you a passionate and motivated Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to begin your teaching career in a supportive and dynamic environment? New Directions Education is working in partnership with a range of welcoming and inclusive primary schools across Leeds
, offering exciting opportunities for September starts
.

This is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, secure your first teaching role, and build confidence as you progress through your ECT induction.

As an Early Career Teacher, you will take on full classroom responsibilities while receiving the guidance and support needed to thrive in your first teaching role. Opportunities are available across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2, depending on your specialism and preference.

• Planning, preparing, and delivering creative and engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment where all pupils can achieve
• Assessing, tracking, and monitoring pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies to support individual needs
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively, following school policies and promoting a respectful learning atmosphere
• Differentiating lessons to support a range of abilities, including pupils with SEN, EAL, or additional learning needs
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants, SEND staff, and senior leaders to support pupil development
• Building strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Participating in wider school life, including staff meetings, training, and extracurricular activities

• Long‑term roles with the potential for permanent opportunities
• Short‑term or supply roles to help gain varied experience across different school settings
• Schools with structured ECT induction programmes
  , providing mentoring, observations, and professional development

Starting your teaching career can feel daunting, but New Directions ensures you are fully supported every step of the way. We work with schools that are committed to nurturing new teachers and helping them succeed.

• A gradual introduction to full teaching responsibilities
• Access to experienced mentors and supportive leadership teams
• Opportunities to observe best practice across different classrooms and schools
• Ongoing feedback and development to build your confidence and teaching style

• Hold (or are due to achieve)
  Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Be eager to begin your teaching career in a primary setting
• Have a strong understanding of the primary curriculum
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills
• Be reflective, adaptable, and keen to develop professionally
• Be passionate about making a positive difference in children’s education

Take the first step in your teaching career and join a network that truly supports Early Career Teachers.