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Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Exciting Opportunities Across GatesheadLocation: Gateshead
Job Type: Full-Time & Flexible Opportunities Available
Salary: £130–£165 per day (dependent on role and experience)
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Kickstart Your Teaching Career with Teaching PersonnelAre you an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to secure your first teaching role and gain valuable classroom experience? Whether you’re approaching graduation, completing your teacher training, or searching for the right school to begin your career, Teaching Personnel can help you find the perfect opportunity.
We work closely with a wide range of primary and secondary schools across Gateshead, offering roles that allow ECTs to develop their skills, build confidence, and establish a successful career in education.
About the RoleAs an Early Career Teacher, you will have the opportunity to:
*Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons that inspire and motivate learners
*Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where every student can succeed
*Plan, assess, and adapt learning to meet the needs of all pupils
*Track student progress and provide effective feedback to support achievement
*Build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents
*Maintain high standards of behaviour, classroom management, and safeguarding
*Contribute to the wider life of the school and support students’ personal development
Whether you’re seeking day-to-day supply, long-term placements, or a permanent teaching position, we can help match you with a role that suits your career goals.
What We’re Looking For*Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or currently working towards achieving QTS
*A bachelor’s degree in your specialist subject area
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
*A genuine passion for teaching and supporting young people
*Strong classroom management and organisational abilities
*A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing
*An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
Why Choose Teaching Personnel?*Competitive daily rates of £130–£165
*Access to a variety of teaching opportunities across Gateshead
*Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
*Free CPD and professional development courses to enhance your skills
*Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent teaching positions
*Ongoing career guidance tailored to your professional goals
Begin Your Teaching Journey TodayThis is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience, build your confidence in the classroom, and find a school where you can thrive as an educator.
Apply today and discover how Teaching Personnel can support you in taking the next 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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