Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Supply Opportunities Across South Yorkshire (Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley and Doncaster)
Location: Various primary schools across South Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Flexible, Full-Time or Part-Time
Salary: Paid to scale (M1) – Paid experience from day one

Are you a newly qualified teacher looking to build confidence, gain classroom experience, and find the right school fit before committing to a permanent role?

We’re offering paid supply opportunities for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) across a range of supportive and welcoming primary schools. This is a fantastic way to learn your craft, explore different year groups and school settings, and develop your teaching style in real-world classrooms.

Why Choose Supply as an ECT?

• Gain valuable experience across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Build confidence in behaviour management, planning, and assessment.
• Discover your ideal school environment before committing to a permanent post.
• Receive full pay from your first day-no unpaid placements.
• Work flexibly to suit your lifestyle and professional goals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) achieved in 2024 or 2025.
• A positive, adaptable, and proactive attitude.
• Willingness to travel to different schools-a driving licence and access to a car is an advantage.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.
• Enthusiasm to learn, grow, and make a difference in every classroom you enter.

What You’ll Get:

• Paid teaching experience with full classroom responsibility.
• Support from experienced mentors and school staff.
• Opportunities to transition into long-term or permanent roles.
• A chance to build your CV and professional network.
• Access to CPD and ECT support through our partner schools and Trusts.

In return, CER Education offers:

• CPD courses
• A dedicated Consultant with excellent knowledge of the sector
• £300 registration bonus if you already work for another teaching agency after 30 days
• £250 ‘refer a friend scheme’
• £300 ECT ‘Welcome Aboard’ Bonus
• DBS paid by CER after 10 days of work
• Access to exclusive Partnered Multi Academy Trusts
• Discount codes/Cashback/Insurance scheme through our payroll partners

For more information about Early Career Teacher (ECT) or other roles in Sheffield, please contact Joe Ganley on 01142412800.