Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Primary School | September 2026 Start | Full-Time | Waltham Forest | M1-M6 Outer London

Early Career Teacher (ECT) - September 2026 Opportunity in Waltham Forest

Location: Waltham Forest, London

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Full-Time

Salary: M1 - M6 (Outer London Pay Scale)

Suitable for: Early Career Teachers (ECTs) completing training in 2026

Launch Your Teaching Career in a Supportive Primary School

Are you an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to begin your teaching journey in a school that truly invests in your development? Teach Plus are working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Waltham Forest that is passionate about nurturing new teaching talent. This is an excellent opportunity for an ECT to complete their induction in a structured, supportive environment with experienced mentors and strong leadership. The school is known for its positive behaviour culture, collaborative staff team, and commitment to high-quality teaching and learning-allowing you to focus on building confidence and developing your classroom practice.

About the School

This thriving primary school in Waltham Forest offers:

• A strong reputation for supporting Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
• Structured mentoring and coaching throughout your induction
• A collaborative and welcoming staff team
• Excellent behaviour systems and clear routines
• Ongoing professional development (CPD) opportunities
• A diverse and inclusive school community

The leadership team has extensive experience supporting new teachers, making this an ideal setting to successfully complete your ECT induction.

Role Responsibilities - Early Career Teacher (ECT)

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

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons across the primary curriculum
• Assess, monitor, and track pupil progress and attainment
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Work closely with mentors and senior leaders to develop teaching practice
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Follow school policies on behaviour, safeguarding, and assessment

The Ideal Early Career Teacher (ECT)

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic ECT who is ready to start their teaching career in a supportive school environment.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or pending qualification in 2026)
• Eligible to complete Early Career Teacher (ECT) induction
• Passion for teaching and commitment to professional development
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• Experience teaching during placements in a primary school setting
• Good understanding of the National Curriculum
• Commitment to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing

Why Apply for This ECT Role?

• Ideal first teaching role for a newly qualified teacher
• Excellent mentoring and structured induction programme
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Opportunities for career progression within the school
• Positive behaviour systems and strong classroom support

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.

Apply Now

If you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking a full-time teaching role in Waltham Forest starting in September 2026, apply today and Kam from Teach Plus will be in touch to discuss this opportunity.

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