Flexible Primary Roles in Colchester
Location: Colchester and surrounding areas
Pay: £130–£250 per day | Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella hassle)
Prefer your teaching with a side of flexibility? We get it. Whether you’re after a few days here and there or a consistent weekly routine, supply teaching through Protocol Education gives you the freedom to shape your own schedule.
We’re working with a great mix of primary schools across Colchester and beyond, all looking for enthusiastic teachers ready to step in and make a difference - without the planning pressure.
What’s in it for you:
* Total control over when and where you work
* No last-minute surprises (unless you're into that sort of thing)
* A chance to teach in different schools and settings
* Quick, simple bookings with support from a consultant who listens
* Regular work without the long-term pressure
Your role:
* Deliver engaging, creative lessons in a variety of primary settings
* Adapt quickly to different schools and classrooms
* Create a calm, productive environment wherever you teach
* Choose short-term cover or ongoing roles based on your preferences
Who we’re looking for:
* Qualified Primary Teachers (QTS or equivalent)
* Confident, flexible, and happy to hit the ground running
* Someone who enjoys the variety of supply and brings positive energy to each school
* Passionate about teaching and making a difference, no matter the setting
Why Protocol?
* Weekly PAYE pay - no umbrella companies, no faff
* A local consultant who gets to know you and your goals
* FREE CPD via our online training platform
* Roles across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
* Fast-track registration and bookings close to home
* A genuinely supportive team - no scripts, no pressure, just honest advice
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Ready to take control of your teaching week?
Apply now or send your CV to start the conversation. Whether it’s ad-hoc days or something steadier, we’ll help you find the perfect match.
Email: kieran.smith@protocol-education.com
Phone: 01245 213 220
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.
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