Early Career Teacher; ECT Temporary

Position: Early Career Teacher (ECT) (Contract, Temporary)
Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Start Date:

April 2026

Location:

Waltham Forest, East London
Full/Part-time:
Full-time
Salary: £180 - £250 per day OR Salary negotiable depending on experience

About the role/school

We are seeking an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join a vibrant primary school in Waltham Forest from April 2026. This Early Career Teacher (ECT) role is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or soon-to-qualify Early Career Teacher (ECT) who is looking to complete their induction journey within a supportive and inclusive primary school setting.

The school is a well-regarded community-focused primary school in Waltham Forest with a strong commitment to nurturing confidence, independence, and academic achievement. As an Early Career Teacher (ECT), you will be supported by experienced mentors and senior leaders who are committed to helping every Early Career Teacher (ECT) develop strong classroom practice.

This Early Career Teacher (ECT) role is ideal for a passionate Early Career Teacher (ECT) who enjoys delivering engaging lessons across the primary curriculum and supporting pupils of mixed abilities. The school promotes creative learning, structured phonics teaching, and a balanced curriculum designed to support holistic development. The successful Early Career Teacher (ECT) will benefit from excellent professional development and supportive induction support within Waltham Forest.

This Early Career Teacher (ECT) opportunity would suit a Primary PGCE graduate or trainee Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to begin their teaching career in a welcoming Waltham Forest school.

Job Responsibilities

As an Early Career Teacher (ECT), you will:

Plan and deliver engaging lessons as an Early Career Teacher (ECT) across the primary curriculum

Deliver high-quality phonics, literacy, and numeracy teaching as an Early Career Teacher (ECT) in Waltham Forest

Support pupil progress through differentiated teaching as an Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Manage classroom behaviour positively and effectively as a developing Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Work alongside experienced teachers and mentors to develop teaching practice as an Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Track and assess pupil achievement using school assessment systems as an Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Support SEND and EAL learners within the Early Career Teacher (ECT) classroom environment

Contribute to wider school activities and the school community as an Early Career Teacher (ECT)

The Early Career Teacher (ECT) will be supported with planning, assessment, and professional development opportunities throughout their Early Career Teacher (ECT) journey.

Qualifications/Experience

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or currently working towards QTS as an Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Strong communication and classroom management skills suitable for an Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Passion for primary education and supporting young learners as an Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Essential:

Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service

Right to work in the UK

Next steps

If this Early Career Teacher (ECT) position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information about this Early Career Teacher (ECT) role, please contact Kam at Teach Plus.

Alternatively, please click 'apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible regarding this Early Career Teacher (ECT) opportunity.

Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role; our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education.

With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work