Lukas is a Talented Trainee Primary Teacher Now Looking for an Upper KS2 ECT Job for September
Lukas is an ambitious and charismatic Primary trainee currently completing his PGCE with QTS at the University of Nottingham, and he is now seeking a permanent Upper Key Stage 2 ECT position for September 2026. Confident, reflective and driven, he thrives in the pace and challenge of upper KS2 and brings a calm authority to the classroom.
With experience teaching up to 80% of a Year 5/6 timetable in a diverse urban school, Lukas combines high expectations with warmth and authenticity, enabling pupils to feel both supported and stretched.
He is passionate about making a genuine, lasting impact, academically, socially and personally—preparing children not only for SATs and secondary transition, but for life beyond the classroom.
Education & Qualifications
- Primary PGCE with QTS: University of Nottingham
- BSc Biomedical Science: Oxford Brookes University - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Geography (B), Chemistry (C), Biology (C)
- GCSEs: including Science (A), Maths (A), Geography (A), English (C)
Experience Summary
Lukas has gained extensive and varied school experience during his teacher training, developing strong expertise across Upper KS2 and inclusive practice. Teaching the majority of a Year 5/6 timetable in a diverse setting has strengthened his curriculum knowledge, behaviour management and ability to drive pupil progress. He has also broadened his understanding of SEND, Early Years and KS1 through additional placements, giving him a well-rounded perspective of the primary journey.
- Independently planned, delivered and evaluated up to 80% of a Year 5/6 timetable, aligning lessons closely with the National Curriculum and maintaining high expectations for all learners.
- Adapted teaching effectively for pupils with SEND and EAL, using visual scaffolds, targeted questioning and differentiated tasks to ensure full curriculum access.
- Applied formative and summative assessment strategies to track progress, identify gaps and set ambitious next steps for individuals and groups.
- Developed strong classroom presence and behaviour routines in a challenging urban environment, fostering a respectful, focused and inclusive culture.
- Gained valuable experience in a specialist SEND setting, deepening understanding of personalised learning pathways, behaviour support and adaptive teaching approaches.
- Brought transferable leadership, organisational and communication skills from previous professional roles, demonstrating professionalism, resilience and initiative.
Key Strengths
- Charismatic and confident classroom presence with calm authority
- High expectations combined with warmth and strong relationship-building skills
- Skilled in adaptive teaching for SEND and EAL learners
- Analytical and data-informed approach to pupil progress
- Resilient, reflective and committed to continuous professional growth
- Eager to contribute fully to wider school life and make a meaningful impact