ECT Class Teacher (Upper KS2)

We are seeking to appoint an ECT for Upper Key Stage 2. We are looking for an early career teacher with a proven track record of consistently good teaching throughout their teacher training and who is passionate about helping children fulfil their potential. We are a successful and popular two form entry primary school which serves a diverse multicultural community in an inclusive borough.

Do you want to:
Work in a happy and friendly school
Be involved in driving us forward to excellence
Join a hard-working and supportive staff team

We are looking for a teacher who has/is:
Outstanding classroom practice or has the potential to develop this
The desire to develop professionally
A good academic background
Experience of teaching in KS1 and KS2
Enthusiasm & is a dynamic practitioner
Commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for all pupils
Proactive in developing their practice
Able to work as part of a strong team
Looking for opportunities to progress

We can offer:
An exciting multi-cultural school community with wonderful children
Friendly staff supportive families and children who are keen to learn
A well run and motivated school which is innovative a good school with the ambition to become outstanding
Opportunities for growth and development
Work in a stimulating modern and well-equipped environment
Excellent and innovative professional development
A school committed to the DFE wellbeing charter.

Professional Development:
As an ECT youll have the opportunity to work in our school that is committed to developing innovative practice and transforming childrens educational experience.

We understand how important the first step in your teaching career is. With this in mind all ECTs receive an individualised induction programme with an external provider designed to allow you to pursue your professional development in a supportive environment.

We combine high starting salaries with excellent opportunities for promotion allowing you to develop your career within the borough

Access to high quality professional learning and leadership development including nationally recognised programmes e.g. ECT NPQSL & NPQML
High quality induction programme for all joiners and the opportunity for career progression
Early Career Teacher benefits:
Recruitment and retention payment (minimum 1658.00 until mainscale point M6)
1000 Golden Hello in August salary
Offer of paid work in June/July at the school to which appointed
2 days ECT familiarisation induction in July
Bespoke training programme for ECTs

If you are interested in working for Ellen Wilkinson Primary School we encourage you to contact the school on 0 to arrange a visit.

Closing Date: 11th June 2026

Interview date: 17th June 2026

Equal Opportunities
The School has a strong commitment to achieving equality of opportunity in both services to the community and the employment of people and expects all employees to understand and promote its policies in their work.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore:

• Shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete a self-declaration and will be subject to online searches in line with KCSIE guidance as part of the recruitment process.
• The successful applicant will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.