Primary School Teacher - NQT

Job Description

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

Primary School Teacher – September 2026 Opportunities

Location: CardiffPay: £172.98 per dayHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

Are you qualifying as a Primary Teacher this summer and looking for your first teaching role in September?

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs/ECTs) to work across primary schools in Cardiff and the surrounding areas from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 while building confidence in your teaching career. Whether you are looking for full-time work, flexible supply teaching, or a longer-term placement, we can help find opportunities that suit your goals and availability.

We are looking for passionate individuals who are ready to create engaging learning experiences, support pupils of all abilities, and make a positive impact in the classroom from the very start of their teaching journey.

About the Role

• Deliver engaging and well-planned lessons across the primary curriculum.• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all pupils can thrive.• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of children with a range of abilities.• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.• Gain experience across a variety of school settings to develop your confidence and teaching practice.

Candidate Requirements

• Currently completing a Primary Education degree and due to gain QTS this summer.• Passionate about education and eager to begin your teaching career.• Positive, adaptable, and committed to supporting pupils’ progress.• Strong communication and classroom management skills.• Welsh-speaking skills are not essential but would be a great bonus!

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay rate.• Opportunities across a variety of local schools.• Flexible work to suit your availability and preferences.• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.• Free online training and discounted CPD courses to support your development as an ECT.• A great way to build classroom experience and find the right school for you.

Ready to Start Your Teaching Career This September?

Whether you’re looking to gain experience through supply work or secure a longer-term placement, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now by submitting your CV or call us on to find out more.

We can’t wait to help you take the next step in your teaching journey!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. xwzovoh For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.