Newly Qualified Teacher

Aspire People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People in Manchester is recruiting Newly Qualified Teachers (ECTs) for September 2026 across full-time, part-time and long-term opportunities. If you have QTS or are gaining QTS, this is a pathway to your first classroom placement while exploring different schools and year groups.

You can choose from long-term roles, short-term placements, daily supply and part-time options with support from a dedicated education consultant to help you find the right fit and start your teaching career

Qualifications

• QTS or confirmation that you are gaining QTS.
• Primary teacher training experience.
• Passion for working with children.
• Enthusiastic and reflective approach.
• Strong communication skills.
• Commitment to developing as a teacher.

Skills

QTS readiness

Strong communication

Enthusiastic approach

Reflective practice

Passion for children

Education

QTS status or in training to gain QTS

Job description

Newly Qualified Teacher / ECT - Your First Teaching Role

September 2026 Full-Time, Part-Time & Long-Term Opportunities Aspire People

You've gained your QTS - now it's time to find the right classroom.

Aspire People are currently recruiting newly qualified teachers and ECTs looking for their first teaching opportunities from September 2026.

Whether you've just completed your teacher training, recently received your QTS, or are preparing to start your ECT journey, working through Aspire People can give you access to a variety of schools and teaching opportunities.

You don't necessarily need to commit to one school immediately. We have opportunities ranging from daily and short-term work through to full-time long-term positions, allowing you to build confidence and experience while deciding what type of school and year group suits you best.

Opportunities Include:

• Long-term teaching positions
• Short-term placements
• Daily supply teaching
• Part-time teaching
• EYFS, KS1 and KS2 opportunities
• Potential permanent positions

Why This Can Be Great for an ECT:

• Gain experience in different school environments
• Build confidence with classroom management
• Develop your teaching practice
• Experience different year groups and teaching styles
• Build relationships with schools that could lead to permanent opportunities
• Work with a dedicated education consultant throughout your search

We're Looking For:

• QTS or confirmation that you are gaining QTS
• Primary teacher training experience
• Passion for working with children
• Enthusiastic and reflective approach
• Strong communication skills
• Commitment to developing as a teacher

Your first teaching role is a big decision - and it doesn't have to be rushed.

If you're an ECT looking for your first opportunity from September, Aspire People can help you find the right school and role for you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.