Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Primary School | Full-Time | Sidcup | September 2026 Start | QTS Required

Location: Sidcup, South East London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: £120 - £180 per day
Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Suitable for: Early Career Teachers (ECTs) / Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs)

Start Your Teaching Career in a Supportive and Inclusive School

Are you an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) ready to begin your teaching career in a nurturing and welcoming primary school?

Teach Plus are seeking a passionate, motivated, and dedicated ECT to join a friendly primary school in Sidcup from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment where staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils thrive both academically and personally.

The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to support children's academic progress, social development, and emotional wellbeing.

It is known for its inclusive ethos, positive behaviour culture, and commitment to supporting new teachers through their induction period.

This role is ideal for an ECT looking to complete their induction in a stable, well-supported setting with strong leadership and mentoring.

Role Responsibilities

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

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Primary National Curriculum


• Maintain positive behaviour and a safe, structured learning environment


• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development


• Work collaboratively with colleagues and teaching assistants


• Create a fun, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment


• Assess and monitor pupil progress and provide constructive feedback


• Contribute to the wider school community and school activities

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a committed Early Career Teacher who is eager to grow professionally and make a positive difference in the classroom.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)


• Strong communication and classroom management skills


• Positive, enthusiastic, and proactive approach to teaching


• Commitment to professional development and learning


• Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)


• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• Experience teaching during placements in a UK primary school


• Good knowledge of the National Curriculum


• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff

Why Join This School?

• Supportive environment ideal for ECT induction


• Friendly and collaborative staff team


• Strong focus on pupil wellbeing and development


• Opportunities for mentoring and professional growth


• Structured school day with consistent working hours


• Positive and inclusive school culture

Apply Now

If you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking for a full-time teaching role in Sidcup starting September 2026, we would love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now and a member of the Teach Plus team will be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity.

About Teach Plus

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.

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