Early Career Teacher

Academics Ltd; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming primary school in Smethwick is seeking an Early Career Teacher (ECT) to start in September 2025. This full-time, long-term role offers a supportive environment for new educators, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Personalised guidance from experienced consultants

Ongoing support during ECT years

Qualifications

• Qualified Early Career Teacher or trainee qualifying in summer 2025.
• Able to plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons.

Responsibilities

• Taking on full classroom responsibilities.
• Delivering engaging lessons and managing the classroom.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication

Lesson Planning

Enthusiasm

Education

Qualified Early Career Teacher

Job description

Start Strong This September - ECT Teaching Role in a Supportive Smethwick Primary School

Are you finishing your teacher training and ready to take on your first classroom role? A welcoming primary school in Smethwick is offering an excellent opportunity for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) to begin their journey in a full-time, long-term position starting in September 2025.

Position: Early Career Teacher (ECT)
Location: Smethwick
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full Time, Long-Term (until at least Easter 2026)
Daily Rate: (PAYE, depending on experience)

What We're Looking For

• A qualified Early Career Teacher (or trainee qualifying in summer 2025)

• Enthusiastic and confident in taking on full classroom responsibilities

• Able to plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• A positive attitude and a willingness to grow professionally

Why Begin Your Career with Academics?

Academics is a trusted education recruitment partner working with schools across the West Midlands. We offer:

• Competitive daily rates, paid via PAYE

• Personalised guidance from experienced education consultants

• A smooth and transparent recruitment process

• Ongoing support as you progress through your ECT years

If you're an Early Career Teacher looking to make a confident start in a primary school this September, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and begin your teaching career in a school that values and supports new educators - right here in Smethwick.