Academics
Early Career Teacher (ECT) Opportunities – Doncaster Primary Schools
Are you an Early Career Teacher (ECT) ready to take the next step in your teaching journey? Academics is working with a number of supportive primary schools across Doncaster, offering flexible supply opportunities that allow you to gain valuable classroom experience while building confidence in a variety of school settings.
Whether you're looking to explore different year groups or secure regular teaching work, we can help you find opportunities that suit your career goals.
Position: Early Career Teacher (ECT)
Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Contract: Flexible temporary ongoing assignments
Pay: £130 – £190 per day (PAYE only – no umbrella company deductions)
Start Date: Immediate starts available or a date that suits you
The Role
As an Early Career Teacher working with Academics, you'll have the opportunity to teach within EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2 classrooms across Doncaster. Supply teaching offers an excellent way to develop your skills, gain exposure to different school environments, and complete your early teaching career with valuable practical experience.
You'll receive ongoing support from both school staff and your dedicated Academics consultant throughout your placements.
Key Duties
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum
* Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
* Differentiate learning to support pupils of varying abilities
* Encourage excellent behaviour and positive attitudes to learning
* Monitor pupil progress and provide constructive feedback
* Work effectively alongside teaching assistants and school colleagues
* Adhere to all safeguarding and school policies
What We're Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* An Early Career Teacher or recently qualified teacher seeking experience across primary settings
* Passionate, adaptable, and committed to pupil achievement
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
Why Work with Academics?
- * Competitive daily rates of £130 – £190
* Experience across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 settings
* Dedicated consultant support throughout your placements
* Opportunities to build long-term relationships with local schools
We also offer:
- Flexibility – we offer all of our candidates the opportunity to choose the days and where they work, allowing them to commit fully to their life outside of the classroom.
* ASAP start, or a start date that works for you.
* Additional support from our dedicated staff throughout all of your placements.
* Temp to perm contracts (if you are looking for a permanent role).
* Refer a friend scheme that allows you to earn up to £125 of Love2Shop vouchers for every education professional you refer to us.
If you're an ECT looking to gain experience and develop your teaching career in Doncaster, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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