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ECT Teachers

Posted: 10-11-2025
Category: Primary Teachers
Location: Birmingham
Type: Full-time / Contract
Salary: £150 - £200 per day

ECT Teachers – January Start Opportunities (Long-Term, Permanent & Day-to-Day Roles)
Location: Birmingham, B33
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Long-Term, Permanent & Day-to-Day
Salary: Pay in line with MPS/UPS – Paid to scale

Are you an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) ready to begin or grow your teaching journey this January?

We’re welcoming applications from UK-trained ECTs across all subjects who are passionate about making a real difference in the classroom. Whether you’re looking for your first permanent post, a supportive long-term placement, or flexible day-to-day supply work to gain valuable experience – we have roles to suit you across the Birmingham (B33 and surrounding) area.

About the Roles

Exciting long-term, permanent, and supply teaching opportunities across primary and secondary schools.
Supportive environments committed to mentoring and developing ECTs.
Opportunities to complete your induction with structured guidance.
Immediate interview and trial lesson options for January start dates.

About You

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE (awarded in the UK).
Have full Right to Work in the UK and currently live in the UK.
Possess UK-based classroom experience and understanding of the national curriculum.
A positive, enthusiastic, and reflective practitioner with a passion for helping students achieve their best.

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