KS1 Teacher (ECT or NQT)

Ready for a fresh start this September? If you love those lightbulb moments, sticky hands, big imaginations and even bigger smiles, this one’s for you. Protocol Education is working with a welcoming primary school in BS31, looking for a nurturing and enthusiastic EYFS/KS1 Teacher to join them from September. Interviews will be taking place in June, so now’s the perfect time to get your foot in the door.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in early learning environments, where no two days are the same and every small step feels like a big win. You’ll be creating a warm, engaging classroom where children feel safe, supported and excited to learn. The school itself? Think supportive leadership, a genuinely collaborative team, and a strong focus on doing what’s right for every child. It’s the kind of place where your ideas are welcomed and your impact is felt.

Why you’ll love this role:

• A full‑time teaching position starting in September
• Paid to scale, with reliable weekly pay
• Based locally around Bath
• Support from a consultant who really gets what you’re looking for
• Easy‑to‑use booking and communication system
• PAYE benefits, plus £50 for referring a friend
• Pay: £160–£180 per day

What you’ll bring:

• Qualified Teacher Status and a passion for early years or KS1
• A warm, patient and creative approach to teaching
• Confidence in planning and delivering engaging lessons
• A natural ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• A proactive mindset, especially when supporting children with additional needs

What we’ll need to get you cleared:

• Passport
• Two proofs of address
• CV covering the last 10 years, with any gaps explained
• Two years of references
• Overseas Police Check (if applicable)

If you’re looking for a role where you can truly make a difference from day one, and feel part of something supportive and positive, this could be your perfect September move.

Before we go, are you Thrive trained? If not, it’s definitely worth considering, it’s a brilliant way to strengthen your practice and stand out to schools, and we can help you get started.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided.