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Early Career Teacher
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Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Primary School
Location: Lewisham, South East London
Salary: £40,372 per year (M1)
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start Date: September 2026
Your first teaching role matters.
Transparency Education is looking for an ambitious Early Career Teacher seeking the opportunity to develop within a supportive primary school environment in Lewisham. We are interested in ECTs who bring enthusiasm, strong training experience and a genuine commitment to helping children succeed.
The opportunity
You will take responsibility for a primary class while receiving the opportunity to develop your teaching practice within a collaborative school environment.
Key duties include:
- Planning and delivering well-structured lessons.
- Creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
- Assessing pupils and responding to gaps in understanding.
- Establishing effective classroom routines.
- Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and colleagues.
- Supporting pupils with different starting points and additional needs.
- Communicating with families regarding pupil progress.
- Reflecting on your practice and responding positively to feedback.
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What you will need
- UK QTS or confirmation that QTS will be achieved before starting.
- Eligibility for ECT induction.
- Recent teaching practice within a UK school.
- Secure knowledge of the primary curriculum.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- A positive and professional attitude.
- A successful placement year, strong references and clear enthusiasm for primary teaching will all be valued.
If you are completing teacher training and looking for your first London classroom, we strongly encourage you to apply.
Why work via Transparency Education?
Transparency Education is a widely recognised education recruitment company, offering excellent support and professional development for teachers and support staff. We offer:
- A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
- A £150 ‘refer a friend’ bonus once your referral has worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
- Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), ensuring equal pay to a permanent employee.
- Access to a wide range of CPD training from our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.
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Application Process
If you meet the criteria, please apply below or contact us directly. All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training; teacher roles require a formally recognised teaching qualification.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, you have unfortunately been unsuccessful. We will retain your CV and continue to support your search for work in education.
Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to equality and challenging discrimination, and to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
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