Primary Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Teesside & County Durham | September 2026 Start
Salary: £145.00 – £232.57 per day
Location: Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Hartlepool, Billingham, Darlington & County Durham
Job Type: Full-time | Long-term | Potential permanent opportunities
Ready to kick-start your teaching career this September?
Your first teaching role is one of the most important decisions you'll make. That's why Milk Education works with supportive Primary Schools across Teesside and County Durham to help Early Career Teachers find the right school where they can grow, develop and thrive.
We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Early Career Teachers (ECTs) to join welcoming Primary Schools from September 2026.
Whether you're looking for your first long-term teaching role, hoping to secure a permanent position, or wanting to gain valuable experience across different school settings, we’ll take the time to understand what you’re looking for and match you with the right opportunity.
With opportunities available across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, this is a fantastic chance to begin your teaching career with ongoing support from a specialist education consultant.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons that inspire learning.
- Create a positive, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
- Assess, monitor and record pupil progress.
- Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils.
- Support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues.
- Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants and the wider school team.
- Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management.
- Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or pending QTS for September 2026.
- Primary Education graduate looking to begin their ECT induction.
- Passionate about making a positive impact in the classroom.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
- A flexible and proactive approach to teaching.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
What Milk Education Offers
- Competitive daily pay of £145.00 – £232.57 per day.
- Opportunities across Teesside and County Durham.
- Long-term placements with the potential to become permanent.
- Fast-track registration and compliance process.
- Five-star rated education agency with strong local school partnerships.
- Access to our Perks Portal with discounts and exclusive offers.
- Free CPD, PSHE lesson plans and teaching resources.
- Educator wellbeing support and wellbeing hub access.
- School Preparation Pack.
- Ongoing support from your dedicated Primary Consultant.
This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.
Apply Today
If you're graduating this year or are an ECT looking for your first teaching opportunity across Teesside or County Durham, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and let Milk Education help you find the school where your teaching career can thrive.
Chris Shaw
📞 01642 983001
✉️ chris.shaw@milk-education.co.uk
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and compliance checks in line with the DfE's Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and APSCo standards. Milk Education is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.