Early Career Teacher (ECT) Opportunities – Primary & Secondary Schools
Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland | September 2026 Starts | Long-Term & Flexible Teaching Opportunities
Congratulations on achieving your QTS! Now it's time to take the next step in your teaching career.
At Zen Educate, we understand that finding your first teaching role can feel overwhelming. Whether you're looking for a long-term position, hoping to explore different schools before committing permanently, or wanting to build confidence in the classroom, we're here to help you find the right opportunity.
We're working with a wide range of welcoming primary and secondary schools across Newcastle and North Tyneside that are looking for enthusiastic Early Career Teachers (ECTs) ready to make a positive impact from September 2026.
Why Start Your Career with Zen Educate?
Your first teaching role is one of the most important steps in your career. Rather than applying to schools one by one, Zen Educate gives you access to a variety of opportunities across the region, helping you find a school that's the right fit for your teaching style, values and career goals.
Whether you're looking for:
- Your first long-term teaching role.
- Daily supply to build experience across different schools.
- A pathway into a permanent position.
- The opportunity to complete your ECT induction in the right environment.
We'll work with you to find roles that match your preferences and ambitions.
The Role
As an Early Career Teacher, you'll deliver engaging lessons, inspire pupils and create positive learning environments where every child can thrive.
We have opportunities across a range of year groups and subjects, with roles available in both primary and secondary schools.
Depending on your preferences, opportunities include:
- Long-term teaching positions.
- Maternity cover.
- Daily and short-term supply.
- Temp-to-perm opportunities.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking enthusiastic teachers who have:
- Achieved Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in 2026 or are due to receive it before September.
- A passion for inspiring children and young people.
- Strong classroom management and communication skills.
- A positive, proactive approach to teaching and learning.
- The ability to build strong relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
- A commitment to creating inclusive and engaging learning environments.
Why Choose Zen Educate?
At Zen Educate, we believe your first teaching job should be the right one—not just the first one you find.
When you join Zen, you'll benefit from:
- Access to a wide range of teaching opportunities across Newcastle and North Tyneside.
- Flexible work that fits around your career goals.
- Long-term and permanent opportunities with local schools.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Dedicated support from an experienced local education team.
- An easy-to-use app that lets you manage your availability, accept work and stay in control of your schedule.
- The opportunity to experience different school environments before deciding where you'd like to settle.
As a certified B Corp, we're committed to creating better outcomes for schools, teachers and pupils through a more transparent and supportive approach to education recruitment.
Start Your Teaching Career with Confidence
Whether you've already started applying for teaching jobs or you're still deciding what your first role should look like, we'd love to help.
Join Zen Educate and discover opportunities that will help you build confidence, develop your teaching practice and find a school where you can thrive.
Location: Newcastle & North Tyneside
Role: Early Career Teacher (ECT)
Contract: Full-Time, Part-Time, Long-Term & Flexible Opportunities Available
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner)
Zen Educate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks in line with safer recruitment practices.
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Pay: £140.00-£168.80 per day
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
