Job Title: ECT KS1
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £150 - £220 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Early Career Teacher ready to begin your journey in Key Stage 1?
GSL Education are delighted to present an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and motivated KS1 ECT to join welcoming and forward-thinking primary schools in Gateshead. Whether you are seeking your first teaching post or aiming to complete your induction in a supportive environment, this role provides the ideal platform for your professional development.
As a Key Stage 1 ECT, you will play a crucial role in supporting pupils during a key stage of their academic and personal development. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons, fostering a love of learning, and supporting pupils as they develop their literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
Responsibilities of the ECT KS1:
* Deliver high-quality, creative lessons in line with the KS1 national curriculum.
* Create a nurturing classroom environment that supports the development of each child.
* Monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
* Work collaboratively with teaching staff, support staff, and parents/carers.
* Maintain accurate records of pupil attainment and behaviour.
* Uphold safeguarding and child protection responsibilities in line with school policies.
* Embrace feedback and contribute to school life as part of your induction.
Job Requirements:
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be on track to gain QTS.
* A genuine interest in early childhood development and the KS1 curriculum.
* Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills.
* Positive, enthusiastic, and proactive attitude to teaching and learning.
* Willingness to reflect and develop as part of your ECT induction.
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply through GSL Education.
* ECTs specialising in the KS1 curriculum are particularly encouraged to apply.
What We Offer:
* Competitive daily pay rate of £150 – £220, depending on experience.
* Full support from an experienced consultant through your ECT induction programme.
* Opportunities for long-term roles and career progression.
Begin your primary teaching career in a nurturing, professionally rewarding environment. Apply now to secure your Key Stage 1 ECT role in Gateshead with GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘ECT KS1’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and get in touch directly with Saif at sheikh.saif@gsleducation.com for more information.
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