Primary ECT Teacher

Opogo Education; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming primary school in Islington seeks a passionate Early Career Teacher (ECT) to start in September. This full-time, permanent role offers a supportive environment with strong mentorship and ongoing professional development. Ideal for trainee teachers nearing QTS completion.

Benefits

Tailored ECT induction programme

Access to ongoing professional development

Positive, diverse school community

Excellent transport links

Qualifications

• On track to gain QTS by July 2025.
• Committed to delivering high-quality teaching.

Responsibilities

• Full-time class teaching role in a primary setting.
• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning experiences.

Skills

Communication

Reflective practice

Education

Initial Teacher Training

Job description

Early Career Teacher (ECT) – September Start
Islington, London
Full-time | Permanent
Primary Phase

Are you a passionate trainee teacher ready to kick-start your teaching career this September? A welcoming and inclusive primary school in the heart of Islington is seeking an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join their dedicated team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone currently completing their teacher training who is looking for a supportive and nurturing environment to begin their ECT induction. The school is committed to developing new teachers through strong mentorship, excellent CPD, and a warm, collaborative staff team.

What’s on offer:

• A full-time class teaching role within a supportive two-form entry primary setting

• A tailored ECT induction programme led by experienced mentors

• Access to ongoing professional development

• A positive, diverse, and inclusive school community

• Excellent transport links across London

The ideal candidate will:

• Be currently completing their Initial Teacher Training and on track to gain QTS by July 2025

• Be committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences

• Have a passion for supporting all children to achieve their best

• Be a reflective practitioner, eager to develop and grow professionally

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills

About Opogo Education

Opogo Education is reshaping the traditional supply agency model making faster, fairer and more efficient. Our benefits include:

• Easy-to-use mobile app: set your availability and pay rates from our mobile app and let the jobs come to you.
• Higher rates: our tech-led approach allows us to reduce costs for schools and pay our educators more than traditional agencies.
• One-click timesheets: approve your timesheets once a week all through the mobile app.
• Smart match: we match you with the most suitable jobs so that schools can easily find you and send you opportunities.
• Social enterprise: we reinvest our profits back into the education sector to support you. Access hundreds of CPD-certified courses for free through our Learn platform.

Opogo Ltd is accredited by the REC and in accordance with KCSIE 2025 guidelines, any offers of employment are subject to our strict vetting, safeguarding and reference procedures.