Primary ECT

Primary Early Career Teacher (ECT)
Location: Haringey
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1 (Inner London)

A vibrant and inclusive primary school located in the heart of Haringey, is seeking to appoint a passionate and committed Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join their dedicated team from September 2025. The school is proud of its diverse community, warm and welcoming ethos, and its commitment to providing the highest standards of teaching and learning, whilst making learning fun, engaging and inclusive for all students.

The Role – Primary ECT:
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Primary ECT to begin their teaching journey in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. The successful candidate will join a year group team with experienced colleagues and will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning, fostering a love of learning, and helping every child reach their full potential.

Support for Primary ECTs:
The school places great emphasis on nurturing and developing Early Career Teachers. Primary ECTs benefit from:
•    A well-structured induction programme led by a dedicated ECT mentor.
•    Weekly release time in addition to PPA, to support professional development.
•    Regular coaching and team planning sessions with experienced colleagues.
•    Opportunities to observe outstanding teaching across the school.
•    Access to high-quality CPD, including borough-led ECT training and bespoke in-school sessions.
•    A strong, collaborative staff team where new teachers are valued and supported.

What the School is Looking For:
The school is seeking a committed and reflective practitioner who is passionate and dedicated to delivering inclusive, child-centred education. The successful candidate must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK or be on track to achieve this by July 2025. They should demonstrate a strong understanding of the primary curriculum, effective classroom management skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and families. In return, they offer a positive, collaborative working environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised, and professional growth is actively supported. The appointed Primary ECT will join a team that values innovation and teamwork, enjoy teaching enthusiastic and curious children in well-resourced classrooms, and benefit from a supportive leadership team and access to excellent professional development opportunities.

Apply for this Primary ECT opportunity by sending your CV to Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Primary ECT role within 48 hours. 

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Primary ECT you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Primary ECT candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.  This Primary ECT post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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Primary Early Career Teacher (ECT)