At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and inspire young minds in supportive primary schools across Staffordshire and Cheshire East.
- Company: Vision for Education, a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to supporting teachers.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rates, weekly pay, and ongoing career guidance.
- Other info: Flexible opportunities including long-term placements and day-to-day supply work.
- Why this job: Kickstart your teaching career with structured mentoring and real classroom experience.
- Qualifications: UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a passion for teaching.
Long-term September 2026 primary teaching roles for ECTs and recently qualified teachers across Staffordshire and Cheshire East (Stoke, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stafford, Crewe, Nantwich).
About the role
Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Primary Schools September 2026 Start | Long-Term & Supply Opportunities
Location: Staffordshire & Cheshire East (including Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stafford, Crewe and Nantwich)
Salary: £130–£160 per day (PAYE)
Are you an Early Career Teacher looking for a school where you can continue to develop, gain confidence and complete your induction in a supportive environment? Vision for Education is working with a number of welcoming primary schools across Staffordshire and Cheshire East that are planning their September 2026 staffing now. We are recruiting enthusiastic ECTs for a range of long-term and day-to-day teaching opportunities. Many of our partner schools have an excellent track record of supporting early career teachers with structured mentoring, protected PPA time and high-quality induction experiences.
The Role
- Full academic year placements
- Long-term and fixed-term contracts
- EYFS, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2 and mixed-age classes
- Day-to-day supply to build experience and maintain regular work while waiting for long-term placements
Whether you're looking to complete your induction or gain experience across a variety of schools, we can help you find the right fit.
Requirements
- UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- ECTs, recently qualified teachers and those completing their induction are encouraged to apply
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
- Two professional references covering your teacher training placements and/or recent employment
- A genuine passion for teaching and supporting children's learning
What Vision for Education Offers
- Competitive daily rates of £130–£160 PAYE
- Weekly pay
- Opportunities in supportive ECT-friendly schools
- Dedicated consultant with strong local school partnerships
- Free safeguarding refresher training and CPD
- Potential petrol allowance for suitable cross-county placements
- Ongoing career guidance and support throughout your induction journey
About Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to helping schools recruit outstanding educators while supporting teachers throughout every stage of their careers.
Apply Now
If you're looking for your first or next teaching opportunity this September, we'd love to hear from you.
Joshua Da Costa
Recruitment Consultant – Primary Education
Vision for Education
joshua.dacosta@visionforeducation.co.uk
01782 987 640
Safeguarding
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS, identity, qualification and reference checks in line with our safeguarding policies. Vision for Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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