Are you an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT) with QTS and a strong Maths or STEM background ready to begin your induction year in a school that truly invests in subject knowledge, coaching, and long-term development? This forward-thinking Gateshead primary school (approximately 310 pupils) has recently redesigned its Maths curriculum using a mastery approach, invested in whole-staff CPD, and strengthened leadership capacity across Key Stage 2. The Senior Leadership Team is highly visible, supportive, and committed to developing confident, knowledgeable teachers who can grow into subject leadership roles. While the immediate need sits within Lower KS2, the school is flexible for the right candidate and will place you where your strengths and development goals align best across KS2. The Role Full class teacher responsibility within KS2 (Year 3 or Year 4 depending on experience) Deliver structured, high-quality Maths lessons using an embedded mastery scheme Teach the full primary curriculum including English, Science, and foundation subjects Use formative and summative assessment to inform responsive planning Develop strong behaviour management supported by clear whole-school systems Contribute to enrichment activities, clubs, or STEM initiatives (optional but encouraged) What Makes This School Different Established Maths scheme with clear progression Dedicated Maths Lead offering weekly coaching and modelled lessons Shared planning time within year group TA support for targeted intervention groups Weekly mentor check-ins as part of ECT induction Reduced timetable in line with ECT entitlement Supportive parental community Strong safeguarding culture and consistent behaviour expectations Essential Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) ECT status (starting or in Year 1 of induction) Maths, STEM or related degree welcomed Strong curriculum knowledge Commitment to professional growth Why This Is a Standout ECT Role Comprehensive ECT induction programme Weekly pay FREE CPD including Maths Mastery and behaviour management training Clear route to permanent full-time employment Structured workload with collaborative planning Real opportunity to progress into subject leadership over time If you are a Primary ECT looking to build confidence, sharpen your subject knowledge, and thrive in a supportive Gateshead school, this is the ideal place to start your teaching career. Apply now to secure your ECT induction year in a high-support KS2 setting. 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.