Early Career Teacher; ECT). Education & Training

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

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.

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

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the primary curriculum
• Deliver high-quality phonics, literacy, and numeracy teaching
• Support pupil progress through differentiated teaching
• Manage classroom behaviour positively and effectively
• Work alongside experienced teachers and mentors to develop teaching practice
• Track and assess pupil achievement using school assessment systems
• Support SEND and EAL learners within the classroom environment
• Contribute to wider school activities and the school community

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

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or currently working towards QTS
• Strong communication and classroom management skills suitable for primary education
• Passion for primary education and supporting young learners

• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK

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.

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