We're recruiting aspirational and experienced professionals to make a real difference to the lives of children in Barking and Dagenham and help them to achieve to reach their full potential. Our current school vacancies are listed weekly or contact the school directly to get more information and apply.

School Vacancy Bulletin 26th June 2026 (PDF, 508.61 KB)

Newly qualified teachers

Barking and Dagenham is a great place to start your teaching career with excellent opportunities for career progression within our schools. Through the focused work of the school improvement partnership (BDSIP), all NQTs receive support and mentoring throughout their induction year. You will have access to bespoke training and receive close guidance as you become better and better. You will meet other NQTs every week, have close support from successful teachers and receive continuous encouragement to develop your teaching skills to ensure your every success. See our weekly list of school vacancies or contact the school directly to get more information and to apply.

Salary

We pay our NQTs the inner London weighting allowance which means you can expect to earn a minimum of £28,660 and even higher with the recent pay award, and with progression on the upper pay range your salary can reach £47,298. With promotion into leadership roles your salary will be even higher. 

Benefits of teaching in Barking and Dagenham

• a great starting salary with excellent prospects of promotion and progression.
• make lots of new friends and colleagues in our vibrant school communities
• receive strong support from experienced school colleagues who will encourage and guide you all the way;
• regular in-school help and time to prepare and plan your lessons
• time to meet other newly qualified teachers and share experiences
• excellent training and development opportunities to help you move forward