Primary Teacher - ECT

Are you an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to begin your teaching career in supportive and flexible Primary School environments across Nottinghamshire?Tradewind Recruitment Nottingham is now recruiting passionate and motivated ECTs for Primary Supply Teacher roles starting in September 2026. We work with a wide network of welcoming and well-established primary schools across Nottingham, Mansfield, Newark, West Bridgford, and surrounding Nottinghamshire areas.Whether you're seeking day-to-day supply teaching, short-term placements, or opportunities that could lead to a long-term or permanent teaching role, supply teaching is the ideal way to build confidence, gain valuable classroom experience, and kick-start your teaching career.Starting your first teaching role can feel overwhelming. Supply teaching offers flexibility, experience, and professional growth while allowing you to discover the type of school that suits you best.As an ECT working in supply teaching, you will:Gain experience across EYFS, Key Stage 1 (KS1), and Key Stage 2 (KS2)Build confidence in classroom teaching and behaviour managementExperience a variety of school settings, teaching styles, and leadership teamsImprove your adaptability and teaching skills quicklyMaintain a healthy work-life balance with flexible assignmentsStrengthen your CV and increase future employment opportunitiesAccess potential pathways into long-term and permanent teaching positionsMany of our ECTs secure permanent roles in schools where they initially completed supply work.As a Primary Supply Teacher, you will:Deliver engaging and creative lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2Follow existing lesson plans or adapt learning activities where requiredCreate positive and inclusive classroom environmentsSupport pupil progress, wellbeing, and engagementAdapt confidently to different Primary School settings across NottinghamshireUphold high teaching and safeguarding standards at all timesTo be considered for these ECT Teaching opportunities, you should have:Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be due to complete your teacher training in 2026A genuine passion for Primary EducationStrong communication and classroom management skillsA positive, flexible, and proactive approach to teachingAn Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)When you register with Tradewind Recruitment Nottingham, you'll benefit from:Access to a large network of supportive Primary Schools across NottinghamshireFlexible day-to-day, short-term, and long-term teaching opportunitiesCompetitive daily rates of payOngoing support from a dedicated education consultantExpert career advice and interview preparationOpportunities to secure your first permanent teaching roleA trusted education recruitment agency with excellent school partnershipsIf you're an ambitious Early Career Teacher looking for Primary Supply Teaching jobs in Nottinghamshire, we would love to hear from you.Take the first step in your teaching career with confidence and flexibility.