Location: Gillingham, Kent
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: £120 - £180 per day
Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Suitable for: Newly Qualified Teachers (NQT) / Early Career Teachers (ECT)
Kick-Start Your Teaching Career in a Supportive Primary School
Are you a motivated Early Career Teacher (ECT) ready to begin your teaching journey in a welcoming and supportive environment?
Teach Plus are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated ECT to join a small, friendly primary school in Gillingham, Kent. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your teaching skills within a nurturing school community that values creativity, teamwork, and professional growth.
The school caters for children aged 4-11 and is known for its caring and inclusive ethos, offering a broad and engaging curriculum designed to support both academic achievement and personal development.
This role is ideal for an ECT looking to complete their induction in a supportive setting with experienced staff and strong leadership guidance.
Role Responsibilities
As an Early Career Teacher (ECT), you will:
Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the National Curriculum
Maintain positive behaviour and a safe, structured learning environment
Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
Work collaboratively with colleagues and teaching assistants
Create a fun, inclusive, and stimulating classroom atmosphere
Assess and monitor pupil progress and provide feedback
Contribute positively to the wider school communityThe Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a committed Early Career Teacher who is eager to grow professionally and make a positive impact in the classroom.
Essential Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Strong communication and classroom management skills
Positive, enthusiastic, and proactive approach to teaching
Commitment to professional development and learning
Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
Right to work in the UKDesirable
Experience teaching during placements in a UK primary school
Good knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum
Ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staffWhy Join This School?
Supportive environment ideal for ECT induction
Friendly and welcoming staff team
Strong focus on pupil wellbeing and development
Opportunities for mentoring and professional growth
Structured school day with consistent working hours
Positive school culture and collaborative leadershipApply Now
If you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking for a full-time teaching role in Gillingham starting September 2026, we would love to hear from you.
Click Apply Now and a member of the Teach Plus team will be in touch shortly to discuss this exciting opportunity.
About Teach Plus
Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest.
We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education.
With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London.
We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.
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Salary description
£120.00 - £180.00 per day