Early Career Teacher (ECT) - London Permanent Roles September 2026 Start Currently training to teach and starting to think about your first permanent role? Want to secure the right school in London - not just the first offer? Looking for strong mentoring, stability and a school where ECTs genuinely thrive? We are supporting primary and secondary schools across London to identify high-potential Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who are currently training via PGCE, School Direct or Teach First and are looking to secure their first permanent teaching post from September 2026. This is a proactive opportunity for trainee teachers who want to get ahead of the recruitment curve, explore schools that match their values and secure a role where development, wellbeing and long-term progression are taken seriously. What These Schools Are Looking For: Trainee teachers on PGCE, School Direct or Teach First routes Passionate educators with strong subject or phase knowledge Commitment to high standards, inclusion and pupil progress Reflective practitioners eager to learn and grow What Schools Are Offering: Permanent teaching contracts starting September 2026 Full ECT induction programme with reduced timetable High-quality mentoring and structured CPD Supportive leadership teams and collaborative departments Opportunities across Inner and Outer London Whether you''re looking for a vibrant inner-city school or a community-focused outer London setting, we''ll help you find a ro