Early Career Teacher – Primary – Hertfordshire
Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: From £40,372 per annum (M1), dependent on experience and qualifications
Contract: Full-time, Long-term Temporary
Start: September 2026 – immediate/as soon as possible
Ready to turn your teacher training into your first real classroom opportunity?
Teach Now is recruiting Early Career Teachers for primary opportunities across Hertfordshire. We are looking for enthusiastic teachers who have completed, or are completing, their teacher training and are ready to build confidence within EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
You will join a supportive school environment where you can continue developing your teaching practice while taking responsibility for pupil progress.
Your responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging lessons across your assigned year group.
Assess pupil progress and adapt teaching appropriately.
Establish clear routines and positive behaviour expectations.
Create an inclusive classroom where all pupils can participate.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff.
Build constructive relationships with pupils and families.
What we are looking for
UK QTS or QTS confirmed following completion of teacher training.
Strong school-placement experience.
Good knowledge of the primary curriculum.
Reflective, organised and enthusiastic approach.
Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.
If you are an ECT looking for a supportive school in which to begin your career, we would love to hear from you.
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance
