Aspiring Primary Teacher (ECT) – PPA & PD, Jan 2027

Reading Borough Council; Reading; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed PPA time

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Reading Borough Council is seeking an Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join Katesgrove Primary School in Reading on a fixed-term basis from January 2027 to September 2027. The role is full-time (32.5 hours) with guaranteed PPA time and ongoing professional development.

The successful candidate will be an ECT, committed to raising standards, with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be an Early Career Teacher (ECT) starting January 2027.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.
• Ability to collaborate with pupils, colleagues and families to raise achievement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Raising standards

Motivation & inspiration

Collaboration & development

Education

ECT (Early Career Teacher) status

Job description

Reading Borough Council is seeking an Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join Katesgrove Primary School in Reading on a fixed-term basis from January 2027 to September 2027. The role is full-time (32.5 hours) with guaranteed PPA time and ongoing professional development.

The successful candidate will be an ECT, committed to raising standards, with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with pupils and staff.