Early Career Teacher; ECT - Primary

Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Primary

Full-Time, Permanent | September Start | Inner London Salary £40,137

Are you a passionate and ambitious ECT ready to begin your teaching career in one of London’s most iconic locations?

A small, nurturing primary school in the heart of the City of Westminster is seeking an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher to join their dedicated team on a full-time, permanent basis this September. Offering the Inner London starting salary of £40,137
, this is a rare opportunity to develop your practice in a highly supportive Central London setting.

This close-knit school prides itself on its warm, community-focused ethos. Being a smaller setting means:

• Every child is truly known and valued
• Staff collaborate closely and support one another
• Leadership is visible, approachable, and hands-on
• ECTs receive personalised guidance tailored to their strengths

For an ECT, this environment provides the ideal foundation to build confidence, refine practice, and thrive in your induction year.

Starting your career can feel daunting — but not here.

• A structured and fully supportive ECT induction programme
• Reduced timetable in line with statutory guidance
• Weekly mentoring sessions
• Regular observations with developmental feedback
• Direct mentorship from a member of the Senior Leadership Team
• Clear progression pathways beyond your ECT years

Having an SLT mentor ensures you receive high-quality coaching, strategic insight, and strong professional advocacy from day one.

Professional development is embedded into the culture of the school. You will benefit from:

• A carefully planned CPD programme tailored to ECT needs
• Access to borough-wide training and networking events
• Opportunities to observe outstanding practitioners
• Leadership development opportunities as your career progresses

This school invests heavily in its staff because they understand that confident teachers create exceptional outcomes for pupils.

Working in London — particularly in Westminster — offers unique professional and personal advantages.

You’ll be surrounded by world-famous landmarks and cultural institutions such as:

• Buckingham Palace
• Hyde Park
• The Houses of Parliament
• The National Gallery

These local attractions provide incredible enrichment opportunities for pupils — and inspiration for creative, cross-curricular teaching. School trips, local history projects, and cultural experiences are quite literally on your doorstep.

In addition, excellent transport links make commuting simple and convenient from across London.

• A committed and reflective ECT ready to embrace their first teaching role
• Strong curriculum knowledge and a creative approach to learning
• High expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour
• A positive, proactive attitude towards professional development
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for making a difference in children’s lives

If you are excited by the opportunity to teach in a supportive, centrally located primary school with exceptional mentoring, excellent CPD, and an Inner London salary of £40,137, we would love to hear from you.

to be considered for this fantastic September opportunity.