Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Primary School

Harrow, North West London
MPS
Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026

Freshly qualified and ready to step into your first classroom?

We’re working with a welcoming primary school in Harrow looking for an Early Career Teacher to join their team this September. If you’re after a school where support actually means support, not just a welcome pack and a “good luck”, you’ll feel right at home here.

This is the kind of school where doors stay open, teachers share ideas over coffee, and leadership genuinely wants you to succeed. You’ll have space to grow, ask questions, try new things, and become the teacher you’ve worked so hard to be.

Whether you’re strongest in KS1 phonics, creative writing, maths mastery, or bringing calm to the end-of-day chaos, the school is excited to help you build confidence and find your rhythm.

What the school offers:

• A dedicated ECT mentor and structured induction programme
• Weekly support and coaching sessions
• Shared planning with experienced teachers
• Supportive SLT that understands the realities of your first year
• A friendly and collaborative staff team
• Engaged pupils who love learning

Your role will include:

• Teaching a class within KS1 or KS2
• Creating engaging lessons that inspire and challenge pupils
• Building positive classroom routines and relationships
• Working closely with colleagues and support staff
• Developing your teaching practice through CPD and mentoring

What we’re looking for:

• UK QTS or pending QTS
• A positive, proactive attitude
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Someone who brings energy, warmth, and enthusiasm to the classroom

Bonus points if you’re Thrive trained too. Schools are increasingly looking for teachers who understand emotional wellbeing and relationship-based learning. If you haven’t completed Thrive training yet, don’t worry, Protocol Education offers FREE Thrive training to help you stand out and feel even more confident in the classroom.

Why work with Protocol Education?

• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Friendly support from a dedicated consultant
• Interview preparation and career guidance
• Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings

Your first teaching role shouldn’t feel like a leap in the dark. Let’s help you find a school where you can settle in, grow your confidence, and actually enjoy the journey.

Apply now or get in touch to find out more.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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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