Have you recently completed your teacher training and are looking for a supportive KS1 team to begin your ECT journey? This one-form entry Gateshead primary school (around 210 pupils) is known for its close-knit staff team and strong phonics outcomes. The Headteacher prioritises mentoring and ensures ECTs receive protected time for development. They are looking for an ECT to teach a Year 2 class, with shared planning and structured support. The Role: Teaching Year 2 Delivering phonics, reading, writing, and maths Developing assessment confidence Supporting pupil progress through structured routines What’s Already in Place: Established phonics scheme Shared KS1 planning Dedicated TA support Weekly mentoring sessions Essential Requirements: QTS ECT status Education-related degree preferred Benefits That Really Stand Out: Full ECT induction support Weekly pay FREE phonics CPD Opportunity for permanent contract This is ideal for an ECT looking for structure and guidance in KS1. Apply now to secure your first teaching post. 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.