Early Career Teacher

GSL Education; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education in Sheffield is seeking an Early Career Teacher (ECT) for primary to start in September 2026. The role spans EYFS, KS1 or KS2, delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupil progress. You will collaborate with experienced colleagues to develop classroom practice, differentiate learning and contribute to a positive school environment.

QTS or equivalent is required, with DBS checks essential. This long-term/temporary post offers a daily rate up to £220, with flexible full-time or

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
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• Suitable experience or training within a primary school setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons appropriate to the pupils' age and stage of learning.
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress.
• Differentiate learning to meet a range of abilities and needs.
• Establish positive classroom routines and manage behaviour effectively.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider life of the school where appropriate.

Job description

Job Title: Early Career Teacher/ECT (Primary)

Location: Sheffield

Salary: Up to £220 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time

Start Date: September 2026

Are you an Early Career Teacher ready to begin the next stage of your teaching journey and make a positive impact on young learners? A welcoming primary school in Sheffield is looking for a committed ECT to join its teaching team from September 2026.

About the Role:

As an Early Career Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2, helping pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally. You will work alongside experienced colleagues to build your classroom practice, assess pupil progress and create lessons that meet the needs of different learners. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your confidence while making a meaningful contribution to pupils' education.

About the School:

This inclusive primary school provides a supportive and encouraging environment where children are given the opportunity to achieve their best. Staff work closely together to maintain high expectations, positive behaviour and effective learning, while supporting teachers at the start of their careers.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons appropriate to the pupils' age and stage of learning.
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress.
• Differentiate learning to meet a range of abilities and needs.
• Establish positive classroom routines and manage behaviour effectively.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider life of the school where appropriate.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Suitable experience or training within a primary school setting.
• Strong understanding of primary teaching and classroom practice.
• Good communication, organisation and behaviour management skills.
• A reflective and enthusiastic approach to developing your teaching practice.
• Commitment to providing high-quality learning experiences for pupils.

To work with GSL Education as an Early Career Teacher/ECT (Primary), you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
• Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.