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Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Full-Time Permanent Position

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: Main Pay Scale M1–M2 (depending on experience)

Location: Wandsworth

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Closing Date: 31/05/2025

Interview Date: 02/06/2025

I am working with an 'Outstanding' Primary School in Wandsworth who are seeking an enthusiastic, reflective, and ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join their dynamic teaching team in September. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your teaching career in a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking school where your growth and success truly matter.

As a confident and committed ECT you will:

Demonstrate strong pedagogical knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching and learning.

Is reflective and keen to continuously develop their classroom practice.

Has high expectations for all pupils and believes in every child’s potential to succeed.

Builds positive relationships with children, staff, and families.

Shows creativity, flexibility, and resilience in adapting to the needs of learners.

Embraces a team-oriented approach and is keen to contribute to wider school life.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

As an ECT, you will:

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, inclusive, and appropriately differentiated lessons in line with the national curriculum and school priorities.

Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing effective feedback to support learning and inform future planning.

Create a safe, stimulating, and positive classroom environment that fosters children’s independence and love of learning.

Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and leadership to deliver high-quality provision across the curriculum.

Build strong partnerships with parents and carers to support pupils’ holistic development.

Participate fully in all aspects of school life, including staff training, meetings, extracurricular activities, and school events.

Engage in ongoing professional development and reflective practice to continually improve your teaching.

Support for Early Career Teachers (ECTs)

Dedicated, experienced mentor to guide and support you throughout your ECT years.

Regular 1:1 mentoring sessions and access to peer coaching opportunities.

Timetabled release time (in line with DfE guidelines) for CPD and reflection.

Tailored ECT CPD programme that aligns with the Early Career Framework (ECF).

Opportunities to observe outstanding practitioners and team teach.

Involvement in school improvement initiatives, curriculum development, and wider school leadership opportunities as you grow.

Wellbeing support through staff networks, wellbeing initiatives, and SLT who value work-life balance.

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, please apply today