Primary Early Career Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Primary Early Career Teacher to start in January 2026. This position offers a supportive school environment with excellent leadership and mentoring. As an Early Career Teacher, you will engage with Year 6, Year 4, and Reception classes. The role requires qualified teacher status (QTS) or pending completion of a PGCE. This is an excellent opportunity to kick-start your teaching career with a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Interview and observation guidance

Supportive collaborative teaching team

Qualifications

• Must possess qualified teacher status (QTS) or be completing a PGCE.
• Demonstrated passion for primary education.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach and manage a classroom of young learners.
• Develop engaging lesson plans for various year groups.
• Support and mentor ECTs within the team.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to inspire and engage young learners

Passion for primary education

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS) or pending PGCE completion

Job description

Primary Early Career Teacher (ECT) Teaching position in Lancashire

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Career Teacher looking to kick start your career in a supportive and vibrant school environment? We have an exciting opportunities for a Primary Teaching position starting in January 2026. I currently have ECT roles for PPA, Year 6, Year 4 and Reception, all starting in the new year at schools able to support inductions.

Key Details

• Position: Primary School Teacher
• Roles: PPA, Year 6, Year 4 & Reception Teacher
• Start Date: January 2026
• Location: Preston & Leyland
• Ofsted: Good with outstanding features
• Support: Excellent supportive Senior Leadership Team and ECT mentor scheme
• Managed by: Veritas Education

Why Choose Veritas?

• Interview and observation guidance from former teachers.
• Join a supportive and collaborative teaching team.
• Experience a vibrant and dynamic school environment.
• Develop your skills and career in a nurturing setting.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) or pending completion of PGCE.
• Passion for primary education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and engage young learners.

How to Apply

All applications for this exciting opportunity are exclusively managed by Veritas Education. Please send your CV to (url removed)

For further inquiries and to receive guidance on CV writing, please contact Chris on (phone number removed).

Observation and interview

Shortlisted candidates will be invited into the school for a lesson observation (typically 1 hour long, numeracy or literacy lesson). Following this, you will then be interviewed by the school SLT. This process allows you to understand the school and get a true indication of the day-to-day running of the school.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community'