Year 3 Teacher (ECT Primary Teacher)

Year 3 Teacher (ECT Primary Teacher) - Full-Time, Permanent Role

Southwark, South East London September 2026 Start Immediate Interviews Available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and ambitious Year 3 Teacher (ECT Primary Teacher) to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Southwark on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2026.

This school is ideally seeking an enthusiastic ECT Primary Teacher who is ready to begin or complete their induction year in a highly supportive environment, working within a strong and collaborative Key Stage 2 team.

The Role

• Position: Year 3 Teacher (ECT Primary Teacher - Key Stage 2)

• Start Date: September 2026

• Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (£40,317 -£42,234)

• Location: Southwark, South East London

• Interviews: Immediate interviews and trial lessons available

About the School - Location, Ethos & Community

The school is located in a well-connected area of Southwark, with excellent transport links including nearby Underground and rail services, as well as strong bus connections across Central and South East London.

It is a diverse, vibrant and community-focused primary school with a strong reputation for inclusion, high expectations and a nurturing ethos. The school serves a rich and multicultural community and places great importance on ensuring every child feels safe, valued and inspired to learn.

The school ethos is built around:

• High expectations for all pupils

• Inclusion and equality of opportunity

• A strong sense of community and belonging

• Respectful relationships between staff, pupils and families

• Developing confident, resilient and independent learners

Curriculum & Year 3 Learning

The Year 3 curriculum is carefully designed to support pupils as they transition into Key Stage 2, ensuring strong foundations in core academic skills while promoting curiosity and engagement.

Key curriculum features include:

• A strong focus on Reading, Writing and Mathematics

• Structured phonics consolidation and early reading fluency

• Engaging, knowledge-rich curriculum across foundation subjects

• Opportunities for practical, enquiry-based learning

• Development of independence, resilience and learning stamina

Teachers are encouraged to deliver creative, engaging lessons that support pupils in becoming confident and motivated learners.

Support & Professional Development (Ideal for ECTs)

This school is highly committed to supporting ECT Primary Teachers and provides an excellent induction experience for early career educators.

As a Year 3 Teacher, you will benefit from:

• A highly supportive Senior Leadership Team

• Dedicated ECT mentoring and structured induction support

• Experienced Key Stage 2 leadership team

• High-quality CPD and ongoing professional development opportunities

• Regular coaching, feedback and collaborative planning time

• A strong focus on wellbeing and manageable workload

• Opportunities to develop within a high-performing school environment

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a Year 3 Teacher who:

• Is an enthusiastic ECT Primary Teacher ready to begin their career

• Has strong knowledge or a developing understanding of the KS2 curriculum

• Is passionate about delivering engaging and inclusive lessons

• Has high expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour

• Works effectively as part of a supportive team

• Is reflective, committed and eager to develop professionally

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ECT Primary Teacher to join a supportive and ambitious school community where staff development is prioritised and pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Immediate interviews and trial lessons available - apply today to secure your Year 3 ECT teaching role in Southwark for September 2026!