Early Career Teacher

Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Wigan

Location: Primary Schools across Wigan (Leigh, Standish, Hindley, Ashton-in-Makerfield & surrounding areas)
Start Date: Immediate and September starts available
Contract: Temporary, Full-Time & Part-Time, Ad-Hoc Cover
Daily Rate: Pay-to-Scale

Are you an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher looking to gain hands-on experience across a variety of primary settings in Wigan?

Teaching Personnel are currently supporting a range of welcoming and inclusive primary schools across the Wigan borough that are eager to work with motivated ECTs. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your confidence, develop your classroom practice, and explore different teaching environments before committing to a permanent post.

Whether you’re seeking regular work or want to try out a few different settings first, we offer flexible opportunities that support your professional development as you begin your teaching journey.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) achieved or pending.
• Experience across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2 during training placements.
• A passion for creating engaging, inclusive learning experiences.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and behaviour strategies.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and grow.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Explore roles that match your interests – full-time, part-time, or day-to-day cover.
• Access tailored CPD and training through our CPD Academy.
• Receive ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your ECT journey.
• £50 refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Join an agency with a mission to make a meaningful difference in education.

If you're an ECT ready to develop your teaching skills and discover where you thrive, we’d love to support you on that journey.

Apply now with your most up-to-date CV and take the first step toward your teaching career in Wigan!

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.
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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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