Early Career Teacher

Havering Education Services; Romford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Havering Education Services is seeking an enthusiastic ECT for a KS1/KS2 class at Gidea Park Primary starting September 2025. The role offers a supportive environment with a commitment to professional development and a strong community ethos. Applicants will need excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to inclusive education. The position is permanent and full-time.

Benefits

Structured ECT support

Weekly allocated release time

Regular mentor meetings

Commitment to professional development

Friendly staff community

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and reflective ECT with high expectations.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Contribute positively to the school community.
• Inspire and enthuse children in a dynamic team.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Interpersonal Skills

Enthusiasm

Flexibility

Inclusivity

Job description

ECT Required September 2025 for a KS1 / KS2 class

Hours: Full Time

Contract: Permanent

At Gidea Park Primary, our motto ‘Achieving Excellence Together’ reflects our commitment to developing resilient, respectful learners who understand the value of learning and strive to reach their goals. We are seeking to appoint an excellent teacher who will positively contribute to our school community.

You will:

1. Be an enthusiastic and reflective ECT with high expectations of pupil achievement.
2. Have a wide range of behaviour management strategies.
3. Possess excellent interpersonal skills with pupils, staff, and parents.
4. Be able to enthuse and inspire children and contribute to a dynamic and dedicated team.
5. Be versatile and flexible with a commitment to continuous professional development.
6. Have an inclusive viewpoint regarding all pupils in mainstream schools.

We can offer you:

1. A structured programme of ECT support with weekly allocated release time and regular mentor meetings.
2. The opportunity to join other ECTs beginning their teaching journey at Gidea Park Primary.
3. A strong community ethos with friendly staff who work closely as a team.
4. A commitment to supporting continuous professional development.
5. Staff recognized for their enthusiastic and innovative approach to teaching and learning.
6. Well-behaved children thriving in a creative and challenging atmosphere.
7. Supportive parents and carers who are ambitious for their children.

Gidea Park Primary is committed to safeguarding our pupils and staff. This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosures Procedure.

Please contact the school office at 01708 743 801 or email [e-mail] for questions. Visits to the school are strongly encouraged; please call Claire Madden to make an appointment.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 3rd June 2025

We reserve the right to close applications and conduct early interviews if suitable candidates are found.

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. We comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.

Applicants must submit a self-declaration of criminal record prior to interview, and online checks may be carried out. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record does not necessarily disqualify an applicant.

Equal Opportunities

Havering Schools promote equality of opportunity and treatment for all, regardless of gender, race, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

How to apply

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