Early Career Teacher – EYFS, Wirral

  • Location: Wirral
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: Competitive per day
  • Start date: 01/09/2026
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Primary Education
  • Posted:

Job Description

Just finished your teacher training and looking to begin your career in Early Years?

We are recruiting EYFS Early Career Teachers (ECTs) to support primary schools across the Wirral from September 2026.

Supply teaching is a fantastic way to gain further experience following your studies, build confidence in the classroom and explore a variety of school settings before committing to a permanent role.

Why Consider Supply as an ECT?

– Gain valuable experience in Nursery and Reception classes
– Build confidence delivering the EYFS Framework
– Learn from experienced Early Years practitioners
– Experience different school environments across the Wirral
– Many supply placements lead to long-term and permanent opportunities

The Role

  • Teaching within EYFS settings across the Wirral
  • Delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences
  • Supporting children’s early development and school readiness
  • Creating positive, nurturing and stimulating learning environments
  • Working collaboratively with experienced school staff

What We’re Looking For

  • ECTs with QTS (or due to achieve QTS)
  • A passion for Early Years education
  • Good understanding of the EYFS Framework
  • Positive classroom management and communication skills
  • Enthusiastic, adaptable and committed individuals

What’s On Offer

  • September 2026 starts
  • Flexible ad hoc, short-term and long-term opportunities
  • Opportunities across a range of welcoming Wirral primary schools
  • Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant at New Directions Education
  • Potential pathways into permanent EYFS teaching roles

Schools are already planning for September, so now is the ideal time to register, complete your compliance and hit the ground running when the new academic year begins.

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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