Early Career Teacher, KS1, Cheshire West and Chester

Job Description

Looking to build your confidence and experience as an Early Career Teacher?

We’re recruiting KS1 ECTs to work within primary schools across Ellesmere Port from September 2026.

Supply teaching offers an excellent opportunity to put everything you’ve learned during your training into practice while gaining exposure to a variety of school settings, teaching styles and classroom environments.

Why Start Your Career Through Supply?

• Gain valuable experience within Year 1 and Year 2 classrooms
• Strengthen your phonics and curriculum knowledge
• Build confidence leading your own classes
• Experience different schools before committing to a permanent role
• Many schools use supply placements as a route to permanent recruitment

The Role

• Teaching within KS1 classrooms
• Delivering engaging and inspiring lessons
• Supporting pupils’ academic and personal development
• Creating positive and inclusive learning environments

What We’re Looking For

• ECTs with QTS (or due to achieve QTS)
• Passion for Key Stage 1 teaching
• Knowledge of the KS1 curriculum and phonics
• Enthusiastic and adaptable approach

September is one of the busiest periods in school recruitment. By completing your registration and compliance now, you’ll be ready to take advantage of opportunities as soon as they become available.

Apply today with New Directions Education and take the next step in your teaching career.

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