Early Career Teacher - September 2026
29 days ago
Nottingham
Are you an Early Career Teacher (ECT) qualifying in 2026 and looking for the best possible start to your teaching career?\n\nTradewind Recruitment Nottingham is inviting passionate and ambitious Primary ECTs to begin their journey on supply from September 2026 across a wide range of Infant, Junior, and Primary schools in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.\n\nStarting your career on supply is one of the most effective ways to rapidly build confidence, refine your teaching practice, and explore different school environments. You'll gain invaluable experience across Early Years, KS1, and KS2 while discovering the settings and year groups where you truly excel - all before committing to a permanent role.\n\nMany of our ECTs find that supply teaching not only strengthens their classroom skills quickly but also opens the door to long-term and permanent opportunities in schools that are the right fit for them.\n\nWhy Start Your ECT Journey on Supply?\n\nBuild confidence by teaching across a variety of schools and year groups\nDevelop strong behaviour management and adaptability skills quickly\nGain exposure to different teaching styles, leadership teams, and school cultures\nEnhance your CV and stand out for future permanent role\nCreate opportunities for long-term placements and potential school contractsWhat We're Looking For:\n\nQualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or pending for Summer 2026)\nA passion for primary education and a willingness to learn\nA flexible, proactive, and nurturing teaching approach\nStrong communication and classroom management skills\nAn Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)What You Can Expect:\n\nDay-to-day, short-term, and long-term supply roles across EYFS, KS1 and KS2\nA dedicated Tradewind consultant to guide and support your ECT journey\nOpportunities to experience a wide range of school settings\nAccess to high-quality CPD and professional development\nCompetitive daily pay: £148.80 to £168.80, depending on experience and responsibilitiesPlease contact Tradewind Recruitment Nottingham and ask to speak with Ben Moses for more information