Primary Teacher, ECT Opportunity

Veritas Education; Blackburn, Burnley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is assisting a welcoming primary school in Blackburn to recruit a Key Stage 2 Class Teacher (ECT). This is a full-time, fixed-term position starting January 2027, with a comprehensive ECT induction programme and mentoring to support development.

The successful candidate will contribute to a broad, creative curriculum, work as part of a collaborative team, and engage with the local community to support pupil learning and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• QTS or on track to achieve QTS.
• Passionate about teaching and making a difference in children's lives.
• Committed to teamwork, creativity, and continuous professional development.
• Eager to embrace a full and enriching KS2 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach Key Stage 2 class.
• Deliver full ECT induction programme with dedicated mentoring and support.
• Contribute to a vibrant and creative curriculum.

Skills

Teaching

Teamwork

Creativity

Professional development

Education

QTS

Job description

Primary Teacher (ECT Opportunity) - Key Stage 2 Start Date: January 2027 Contract: Fixed Term Managed by: Veritas Education

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Teacher to kick-start their career in a nurturing and inspiring school environment.

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Career Teacher looking to begin your teaching journey in a supportive and welcoming environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly sought-after, one-form entry primary school at the heart of its local community.

Exclusively managed by Veritas Education, this school prides itself on strong cohesion, exceptional support systems, and a genuine team ethos. With a focus on creativity and delivering a broad, balanced curriculum, this is the perfect setting for an ECT to thrive and develop.

The Role:

• Key Stage 2 Class Teacher position
• Full-time, fixed-term contract starting September 2026
• Full ECT induction programme with dedicated mentoring and support
• Opportunity to contribute to a vibrant and creative curriculum

The School Offers:

• A welcoming, close-knit staff team with a strong sense of collaboration
• Comprehensive ECT support and professional development
• A positive and inclusive school culture rooted in the local community
• Engaged pupils who are eager to learn
• A leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and growth

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds (or is on track to achieve) QTS
• Passionate about teaching and making a difference in children's lives
• Committed to teamwork, creativity, and continuous professional development
• Eager to embrace a full and enriching curriculum

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

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

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.'