ECT Pool – Primary Teachers | Blackburn with Darwen & East Lancashire
Are you an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to gain valuable experience across a range of schools? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic and adaptable ECTs to join our growing pool, supporting primary schools across Blackburn with Darwen and the wider East Lancashire area.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build confidence, broaden your experience across different year groups, and develop strong relationships with local schools – opening doors to long‑term and permanent roles.
The Role
As part of our ECT pool, you will work across multiple primary schools, providing cover for PPA, staff sickness, and short‑term absences.
Location: Blackburn with Darwen & East Lancashire
Start Date: Ongoing opportunities available
Position: Primary ECT (Supply)
Contract: Flexible (1–5 days per week)
Pay: £120–£140 per day (dependent on planning and travel)
What You'll Gain
- Varied Experience: Teach across EYFS, KS1, and KS2, helping you find your strengths and preferred year groups.
- Skill Development: Build confidence in behaviour management, lesson delivery, and adaptability.
- Local Connections: Establish relationships with a variety of schools, increasing your chances of securing long‑term or permanent roles.
- Career Progression: Many of our ECTs transition into extended placements or full‑time positions through supply work.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver pre‑planned lessons to maintain continuity of learning.
- Adapt quickly to different classroom environments and school expectations.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively and professionally.
- Support pupils' learning and wellbeing across a range of settings.
- Uphold safeguarding standards and school policies at all times.
Requirements
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be an Early Career Teacher (ECT).
- Be flexible, reliable, and enthusiastic about working in different schools.
- Have strong communication and classroom management skills.
- Be committed to making a positive impact on pupils' learning.
- Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply).
- Provide professional references and have the legal right to work in the UK.
Why Join Tradewind?
- Flexibility – choose when and where you work: 1 to 5 days per week.
- Experience – gain exposure to a wide range of schools and teaching styles.
- Professional Development – access over 2,500 CPD courses via the National College.
- Support – dedicated consultants who understand the local market and support your career journey.
- Opportunities – pathways into long‑term and permanent roles.
How to Apply
If you are an ECT ready to gain experience, build confidence, and explore opportunities across Blackburn with Darwen and East Lancashire, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join our ECT pool and take the next step in your teaching career with Tradewind Recruitment.
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