Year 1 ECT

<h2>Job Description</h2><div><div><div></div><strong>Year 1 ECT | Hackney | September 2026</strong><br><br> Are you a Year 1 ECT looking to begin your teaching career in a high-performing Hackney primary school known for strong early reading outcomes and excellent KS2 progression? This permanent role from September 2026 offers the opportunity to teach in Key Stage 1 within a school that combines consistent academic results with a well-structured approach to teacher development. Ideal for ambitious ECTs seeking a clear framework to build strong classroom practice.<br><br> This school has a strong track record of <strong>sustained high attainment</strong>, with <strong>around 84–85% of pupils meeting expected standards at KS2</strong> and <strong>average scaled scores in Reading (108) and Maths (107)</strong>, well above national benchmarks . Outcomes across the wider Hackney borough are also notably strong, with <strong>around 70% of pupils achieving expected standards in Reading, Writing and Maths combined</strong>, above national averages . Early reading provision underpins this success, with phonics and KS1 teaching forming a critical foundation for later attainment.<br><br><strong>Year 1 ECT – September 2026 | Hackney</strong><br />Inner London salary £40,317–£62,496 (MPS/UPS)<br><br> What sets this role apart:<br />• Direct alignment between KS1 teaching and high KS2 attainment outcomes<br />• Structured phonics programme with consistent whole-school delivery<br />• Access to internal assessment systems that track pupil progress from Year 1 onwards<br />• Weekly instructional coaching focused on early reading and classroom routines<br />• Opportunities to observe outstanding practice across a multi-school partnership<br><br> Your responsibilities will include:<br />• Teaching a Year 1 class with a focus on phonics, reading fluency and early writing<br />• Using formative assessment strategies to adapt teaching in real time<br />• Supporting smooth transition from EYFS into KS1 expectations<br />• Contributing to shared planning and year-group collaboration<br><br> The school offers:<br />• A comprehensive ECT programme with reduced timetable and expert mentoring<br />• High-quality CPD linked to phonics, curriculum delivery and assessment<br />• Clear behaviour systems supporting consistent classroom expectations<br />• Opportunities for progression into subject leadership over time<br><br> The successful candidate will:<br />• Hold UK QTS and a relevant degree<br />• Demonstrate strong understanding of early reading and KS1 curriculum<br />• Be an ambitious ECT eager to develop strong classroom practice<br />• Show commitment to achieving strong outcomes for all pupils<br><br> If you are a Year 1 ECT seeking a permanent role in Hackney from September 2026, this is an excellent opportunity to begin your career in a school with proven results and a clear focus on professional growth.<br><br> Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this ‘Year 1 ECT’ in ‘Hackney’. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this ‘Year 1 ECT’ role.</div></div> Salary: GBP 40317 - 62496 per year

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