Primary ECT, Cheshire West and Chester

  • Location: Cheshire West and Chester
  • Duration: Ad hoc
  • Salary: Competitive per day
  • Start date: 18/06/2026
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Primary Education
  • Posted:

Job Description

New Directions Education are currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Early Career Teachers (ECTs) to work in primary schools across Chester and surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified teachers to gain valuable classroom experience, develop their teaching practice, and secure their first long-term or permanent role within primary education.

We work with a variety of welcoming and supportive schools that are committed to helping ECTs successfully transition into their teaching careers. Opportunities are available across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 on a short-term, long-term, and potential temp-to-perm basis.

Due to the nature of these opportunities, candidates must be able to commit to working 3 or more days per week.

The Role:

• Delivering engaging and effective lessons across the primary age range
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment
• Supporting pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Planning and adapting lessons to meet the needs of all learners
• Assessing pupil progress and providing feedback where required
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and school staff
• Contributing to the wider school community and school activities.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be due to achieve QTS before starting
• Recent teaching placement experience within a primary school setting
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and reflective approach to teaching
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and the primary curriculum
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development
• A full driving licence and access to transport (desirable)

Why Work with New Directions Education?

• Access to a variety of teaching opportunities across Chester and surrounding areas
• Opportunities to gain experience across different schools, year groups, and key stages
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Access to professional development and training opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for ECTs looking to start or develop their teaching career within supportive primary schools while gaining a broad range of classroom experience.

All applicants must have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check and provide appropriate professional references.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term teaching roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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