Have you recently completed your teacher training and are looking for the right KS1 environment to build strong foundations? This well-resourced Gateshead primary school (around 330 pupils) has a strong Early Years and KS1 team, with consistent phonics outcomes and experienced staff. The school places high importance on structured routines and collaborative planning, making it ideal for an ECT. They are seeking an ECT to teach a Year 1 class, with support from a parallel teacher and experienced KS1 Lead. The Role: Teaching a Year 1 class Delivering phonics and early writing sessions Supporting transition from EYFS to KS1 Developing assessment and planning confidence Working closely with parents What’s Already in Place: Established phonics scheme Shared planning documents Full-time TA support Dedicated ECT mentor within KS1 Weekly phase meetings Essential Requirements: QTS ECT status Early Years or Childhood Studies background welcomed Passion for early literacy Benefits That Really Stand Out: Strong KS1 mentoring Weekly pay FREE phonics and early reading CPD Supportive leadership and manageable workload Opportunity for permanent role This role is ideal for an ECT who wants structured guidance and a supportive KS1 team around them. Apply now to secure your first teaching post in Gateshead. 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.