Primary Teacher / Primary ECT

EdEx; England; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking Primary Teachers to join a holistic Primary school in Inner London from January 2026. The ideal candidates will have UK QTS and a strong understanding of the Primary curriculum. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a salary between £39,507 and £53,000 plus TLR opportunities. The school is known for its exceptional support and commitment to teacher development.

Benefits

Fantastic CPD opportunities

Support throughout the school year

Bespoke induction for ECTs

Qualifications

• Must have UK QTS – essential.
• Good understanding of the Primary curriculum.
• Ambitious, hardworking, committed and academically talented.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate students in Years 1–6.
• Work in a team of fantastic Primary Teachers.
• Set high standards for teaching.

Skills

Ability to inspire and motivate students

Teamwork

Commitment to high standards

Education

UK QTS

Job description

Primary Teacher / Primary ECT - Holistic Primary School | Inner London | Newham

Are you a teacher looking to join a holistic Primary school as a Primary Teacher or Primary ECT? Are you in a Primary school that places too much emphasis on data, spreadsheets and form filling? If so, we may have the perfect Primary Teacher vacancy for January 2026.

We are working with a three‑form entry Primary school in Inner London, Newham. The school has been graded as "Good" since 2015 with outstanding elements, including pupil behaviour. The school is looking for three Primary Teachers / Primary ECTs to join their team in September.

The school values togetherness and clear routes for progression, and emphasizes a holistic learning approach across the curriculum. They are open to interviewing and meeting with any Primary Teachers who are looking to take on additional responsibilities (and be paid for it!) including Maths, English, Humanities and Year Group Lead. They boast a fantastic ECT induction that has created several leaders and "Outstanding" Primary Teachers, and are keen to take on ECTs with a flare and eagerness to work with the best.

Job Description

• Primary Teacher / Primary ECT
• TLR opportunities: Maths, English, Humanities and Year Group Lead
• ECTs: Bespoke induction, in & out of house training, and termly goals
• Years 1–6 (desirable): must be able to inspire and motivate the younger generation
• Location: Inner London, Borough of Newham
• Start: January 2026 - Permanent Contract, Full Time
• Salary: MPS1–UPS3 £39,507 – £53,000 + TLR (value depends on responsibility)

Person Specification

• Must have UK QTS – essential
• Ambitious, hardworking, committed and academically talented
• Good understanding of the Primary curriculum
• Must be able to work in a team of fantastic Primary Teachers
• Set high standards for yourself
• Meet Teaching standards at a "Good" or "Outstanding" level

School Details

• 3‑form entry Primary School
• Graded "Good" in the latest Ofsted report
• Solid SATs results
• Fantastic CPD opportunities
• Great leaders throughout the Primary school
• Modern facilities and additional support provided throughout
• Located in the Borough of Newham

If you are interested in this Primary Teacher / Primary ECT – Holistic Primary School opportunity, visits to the school can be arranged immediately. Apply by sending your CV to Ryan at EdEx; you will be contacted by your personal consultant if shortlisted.