Early Career Teacher (ECT) – KS1 Colchester | Permanent Position | September Start Are you an enthusiastic and nurturing Early Career Teacher ready to begin your teaching career in a supportive and caring school environment? We are working with a welcoming primary school in Colchester that is seeking a KS1 ECT to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in a school where you will feel valued, supported and encouraged to develop. About the School This is a friendly, community-focused school with a strong emphasis on inclusion, wellbeing and high-quality teaching. Staff work closely together and leadership is approachable and supportive. The school is committed to ensuring both pupils and staff thrive. As an ECT, you will benefit from a structured induction programme, experienced mentorship and a collaborative team who are invested in your success. The Role Full-time, permanent KS1 class teacher Deliver engaging and creative lessons Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment Work closely with colleagues and support staff What We’re Looking For A passionate and committed ECT A nurturing and positive approach to teaching Strong communication skills A desire to develop and grow as a teacher Why Apply Excellent support for ECTs, including mentoring and training A friendly and welcoming staff team Strong leadership and supportive school culture Opportunities for professional development A focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance Benefits of Working with Protocol Education A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support Guidance with CV writing and interview preparation Access to a wide range of schools and opportunities CPD and training to support your development A personalised and honest approach to your career If you are looking to start your teaching career in a school where you will be supported and encouraged every step of the way, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more. 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.