Protocol Education are working with welcoming schools looking for a passionate Year 5 Teacher ready to step confidently into the classroom and make a real impact. This is a brilliant opportunity for an Early Career Teacher who wants to build experience, grow in confidence, and develop their own teaching style in supportive school environments. We’re looking for someone who can create engaging lessons, build strong relationships, and help pupils feel excited about learning as they move through upper Key Stage 2. Your role will include: Teaching and inspiring a vibrant Year 5 class Planning creative lessons that encourage curiosity and independence Supporting pupils academically, socially, and emotionally Building a positive classroom culture where children feel motivated and included Helping learners prepare for the next stage of their KS2 journey Why work with Protocol Education? Flexible opportunities in local schools that fit around your goals A chance to experience different settings before committing to a permanent role Weekly pay in line with M1 to M6 rates Access to mainstream and specialist school opportunities Ongoing support from a consultant who understands the ECT journey Easy-to-use booking and timesheet system PAYE payroll, plus a £250 referral bonus when you recommend a teacher We’d love to hear from you if you are: Recently qualified or currently completing teacher training Enthusiastic about creating engaging, inclusive learning experiences Keen to develop your classroom confidence and teaching practice Open-minded, reflective, and eager to learn Committed to helping every child achieve their potential To get registered, you’ll need: Passport or proof of right to work in the UK Two proofs of address, such as a utility bill or driving licence A CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps Two years of references, including your latest school placement An Overseas Police Check if you’ve lived abroad for three months or more within the last five years This is more than just a teaching role. It’s a chance to find your feet, discover the kind of teacher you want to be, and make those Year 5 memories count for the children in your classroom 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. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website
