Early Career Teacher

Primary ECT (Early Career Teacher)

Start Date: April 2026 or September 2026
Location: Oxford and the Surrounding Areas 
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Are you an Early Career Teacher (ECT) finishing your Primary Education degree and looking to begin your teaching career in a supportive, welcoming school?

Teaching Personnel is working closely with a range of primary schools across Oxford and the surrounding areas who are seeking enthusiastic and motivated ECTs to join them from April 2026 or September 2026.

The Role

• Teaching within EYFS, KS1 or KS2 (year group matched to your strengths)
• Full-time and long-term opportunities available
• Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Creating a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Working alongside experienced mentors to support your ECT development

The Ideal Candidate

• Currently completing a Primary Education degree with QTS
• Due to qualify as an ECT in 2026
• Passionate about inspiring young learners
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Open to support, feedback, and professional development

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Access to a wide network of local Reading primary schools
• Personalised support throughout your ECT journey
• Guidance with interviews, CVs, and school placements
• Competitive pay rates and flexible start dates
• Dedicated consultant who understands your career goals

Whether you’re looking to start teaching in April or wait until September 2026, Teaching Personnel can help you find the right school to begin your career with confidence.

Apply today to register your interest and take the first step in your teaching career.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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