EYFS Class Teacher (ECT)

EYFS Class Teacher (ECT)

EYFS ECT – Early Career Teacher

Start Date: January 2026

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Location: Redbridge

Salary: Outer London MPS1 – £37,870

Are you ready to take your first step into teaching within a supportive and inspiring Early Years setting? We are delighted to invite applications from a passionate EYFS ECT to join our welcoming primary school in Redbridge from January 2026.

This post offers an exciting opportunity for an EYFS ECT to develop their practice within a caring, child-focused environment where learning through play, exploration and creativity is central to our ethos. You will be fully supported through a structured ECT induction programme designed to build confidence, strengthen pedagogy and support professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

·         Deliver high-quality teaching aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum

·         Design engaging learning experiences that encourage curiosity and early independence

·         Maintain a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment

·         Monitor, assess and record pupil progress to support individual development

·         Foster positive relationships with families, carers and the wider school community

·         Work collaboratively as part of the Early Years team and contribute to whole-school initiatives

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

·         Is an EYFS ECT with QTS (or working towards qualification)

·         Demonstrates a strong understanding of early childhood development

·         Has a warm, caring and reflective approach to teaching

·         Is committed to inclusive practice and high expectations

·         Communicates effectively and values teamwork

·         Is keen to learn, grow and embrace professional development opportunities

What We Offer

·         A comprehensive ECT induction with dedicated mentoring

·         Regular training, coaching and developmental feedback

·         A supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture

·         A focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance

·         High-quality CPD opportunities

This role is perfect for an EYFS ECT who is eager to make a positive difference and inspire young learners at the very start of their educational journey.

Apply today and begin your career in a school where every child – and every teacher – is valued and supported.

To apply for this EYFS ECT, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this EYFS ECT role now and will be interviewing ASAP.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment for this EYFS ECT role. As a EYFS ECT, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful EYFS ECT candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.  This EYFS ECT post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this EYFS ECT opportunity by sending your CV. You will be contacted (if shortlisted) for the EYFS ECT role within 48 hours.

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