Early Career Teacher

Completing your teacher training this year and planning your next move?

Finding the right school is one of the biggest decisions you'll make as an Early Career Teacher, and we're here to help you explore the options available. At Quokka Education, we work with secondary schools across Andover, helping ECTs secure permanent teaching roles, long-term placements and flexible supply opportunities for September 2026. We regularly support teachers looking for:

• Permanent secondary teaching roles
• Long-term supply positions
• Flexible day-to-day supply work
• Opportunities across a wide range of secondary subject areas
Many newly qualified teachers head straight into permanent roles, but that's not the only route. Supply teaching can help you:
• Gain experience in a variety of secondary schools
• Build confidence as you begin your teaching career
• Experience different school cultures and leadership styles
• Develop your classroom and behaviour management skills
• Discover the environment that's the best fit for you
Many teachers who start with us on long-term supply later secure permanent positions. We'll work closely with you to understand what you're looking for and help you find the right opportunity. Our support includes:
• Introducing you to local secondary schools across Andover
• CV and application guidance
• Interview preparation and advice
• Honest insights into schools and vacancies
• Matching you with opportunities that suit your goals and teaching style
• Ongoing support throughout your ECT journey
We believe recruitment should be personal, supportive and transparent. When you register with us, you can expect:
• Friendly, honest communication
• No pressure or pushy sales approach
• A recruitment partner who listens to your goals
• Support from consultants who genuinely care about finding the right fit
• Access to teaching opportunities that aren't always advertised publicly
• Secondary Early Career Teachers completing training in 2026
• Trainee teachers across all secondary subject specialisms
• Teachers interested in permanent, long-term or flexible supply roles
• Passionate educators ready to begin their teaching career
Wherever possible, we work with our partner schools to ensure teachers are paid fairly and in line with their qualifications and experience. Know another trainee teacher looking for their first teaching role? Refer them to Quokka Education and we'll thank you with £300 if they secure a role through us. Quokka Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.