Job Description

Primary ECTs September 2026

Bath & North East Somerset (BANES)
Flexible Teaching Opportunities Across BWMAT Primary Schools

Launch Your Teaching Career with Confidence

Are you completing your teacher training in 2026 and looking for the ideal way to begin your teaching journey?

Connex Education is proud to partner with schools across Bath & North East Somerset within the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust (BWMAT), offering exciting opportunities for Primary Early Career Teachers from September 2026.

Whether you're seeking regular classroom experience before securing a permanent role, exploring different school environments, or looking to build your confidence as a newly qualified teacher, we can help you gain valuable experience across a network of welcoming and supportive primary schools.

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering engaging lessons across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
• Gaining experience in a variety of primary school settings
• Building your classroom management and teaching practice
• Supporting pupils to achieve their full potential academically and socially
• Working alongside experienced teachers and school leaders
• Developing your confidence and professional skills as an ECT

Why This Opportunity is Ideal for ECTs

• Gain experience in a range of school environments before committing to a permanent position
• Develop your teaching style, classroom presence and confidence
• Build relationships with local schools and academy leaders
• Enhance your CV with varied and meaningful teaching experience
• Access ongoing support from education specialists who understand the ECT journey

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or expected completion of teacher training by Summer 2026
• A passion for primary education and helping children thrive
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A positive, professional and adaptable approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Connex Education

About BWMAT

Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust is a family of schools working collaboratively to provide high-quality education across the South West. The trust is committed to nurturing both pupils and staff, creating environments where teachers can flourish through shared expertise, professional development and strong community partnerships.

Why Choose Connex Education?

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Weekly PAYE pay no umbrella companies
• Flexible opportunities to suit your career goals and availability
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your ECT journey
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
• Pathways into long-term and permanent teaching roles
• Opportunities across a trusted network of local primary schools

Ready to Start Your Teaching Career?

If you're an aspiring Primary ECT looking to gain valuable experience from September 2026, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact the Bristol team on (phone number removed) or (url removed) to find out more.

Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.