Early Careers Teacher

About this job

Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Year 4
Full-Time | 12-Month Contract
MPS1- UPS3
Location: Barnoldswick, Lancashire
Start Date: September 2026

Veritas Education are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and committed Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join a welcoming primary school in Barnoldswick, Lancashire.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ECT looking to begin their teaching career within a supportive and nurturing Key Stage 2 environment. The role will involve teaching a Year 4 class on a full-time basis for a 12-month contract starting in September 2026.

The school is recognised for its strong community ethos, supportive leadership team and commitment to staff development. Pupils are well behaved, eager to learn and benefit from a caring and inclusive school environment.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Deliver engaging and creative lessons across the KS2 curriculum
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
• Have high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Work effectively as part of a supportive team
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues

The school offers:

• A supportive and experienced senior leadership team
• Excellent support throughout the ECT induction period
• A welcoming and collaborative staff culture
• Well-resourced learning environments
• High-quality CPD and mentoring opportunities

This role would suit an enthusiastic and motivated ECT looking to develop their skills within a positive and supportive primary school setting.

Safeguarding:

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to:

• Enhanced DBS and barred list checks
• Qualified Teacher Status verification
• Right to work and identity checks
• Online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance
• Reference and employment history checks
• Prohibition from teaching checks
• Safer recruitment and pre-employment vetting checks

Any gaps in employment history will be discussed at interview.

To apply for this role, please send your CV to: Ddegnan@veritas-education.com

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'