Primary Teacher - ECT
Location: Longsight, Manchester
Contract: Temp
Full time/Part time: Full time
Pay: £160 - £175 per day
Start date: Sep 2026
Expected End date: Dec 2026
A welcoming and supportive primary school in Longsight, Manchester is seeking an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join their teaching team on a long-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified teacher looking to begin their teaching career within a nurturing school environment where they can develop their practice, build confidence and make a positive impact on pupils' learning.
The school is committed to supporting Early Career Teachers and provides a collaborative environment where staff are encouraged to develop professionally and share best practice.
About the Role
You will take responsibility for a primary class, planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum. You will be supported by experienced teaching staff and school leadership as you develop your classroom practice and progress through your Early Career Teacher induction.
The school is looking for someone enthusiastic, reflective and passionate about creating an inclusive learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver creative, engaging and well-structured lessons in line with the Primary National Curriculum.
- Assess, monitor and track pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet the needs of individual learners.
- Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
- Develop effective classroom and behaviour management strategies.
- Support pupils with additional needs, working closely with the SENCO and support staff where required.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues.
- Work collaboratively with year-group colleagues and the wider teaching team.
- Participate in staff meetings, training and professional development opportunities.
- Reflect on teaching practice and respond positively to feedback and mentoring.
- Fulfil professional responsibilities in line with the Teachers' Standards and ECT framework.
The Ideal Candidate
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and is looking to complete their ECT induction.
- Has experience within a UK primary school through teaching placements or previous employment.
- Has a good understanding of the Primary National Curriculum.
- Is enthusiastic and passionate about developing a career in primary education.
- Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to classroom and behaviour management.
- Is reflective, organised and willing to learn from experienced colleagues.
- Has high expectations for pupils and is committed to supporting every child to make progress.
- Works effectively as part of a collaborative school team.
- Has the right to work in the UK.
Desirable, but Not Essential
- Experience teaching within EYFS, KS1 or KS2 through previous placements.
- Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
- Strong subject knowledge across the primary curriculum.
- Experience working with pupils from a diverse range of backgrounds and abilities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Teacher looking to begin their teaching career in a supportive Longsight primary school, with experienced leadership, a welcoming staff team and opportunities for continued professional development.
What we offer
- Free access to CPD and safeguarding training
- Dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Compliance and safeguarding:
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (child and adult workforce), satisfactory references, and full compliance with KCSIE (2025) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable. Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
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Pay: £160.00-£175.00 per day
Work Location: In person
