ECT Opportunity – KS1 Maternity Cover (Full Academic Year)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Maternity Cover (Full Academic Year)
Key Stage: KS1
Salary: £135 - £155 per week
Teaching Personnel are working with a supportive and welcoming primary school in Sunderland seeking a confident and proactive Early Career Teacher (ECT) to cover a maternity leave in Key Stage 1 for the full 2025–2026 academic year.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ECT with strong classroom management who shows initiative and is ready to step confidently into their teaching career. For the right educator, the school is happy to support you through your first academic year of the ECT programme.
What the school offers:
* A full academic year’s placement in a settled class
* Supportive leadership and mentoring throughout your ECT year
* The opportunity to complete your first ECT year in one school
* A collaborative and well-resourced KS1 teaching team
We are looking for someone who:
* Has excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
* Is confident delivering high-quality, engaging lessons
* Shows strong initiative and independence in their teaching
* Is passionate about supporting and inspiring young learners
* Is reflective, professional, and committed to development
Why register with Teaching Personnel:
* A dedicated consultant to support your career journey
* Weekly pay and a variety of roles to suit your preferences
* Access to ongoing professional development and CPD
* Long-term role security with a well-established school
To apply or find out more about the KS1 ECT opportunity in Sunderland, contact Teaching Personnel Tyne Tees today.
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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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