We’re working with a warm, welcoming primary school in Watford that’s looking for a passionate Key Stage 1 Teacher to join their team commencing September 2025. Whether you're an Early Career Teacher ready to take on your first classroom or an experienced educator seeking a new challenge, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, well-led setting.
This school values creativity, collaboration, and a nurturing approach—making it an ideal environment to grow professionally and help young learners flourish.
The Role:
1. Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons aligned with the KS1 curriculum.
2. Create a calm, inclusive, and stimulating classroom where children feel safe and supported.
3. Tailor teaching to meet the diverse needs of your pupils and track their progress closely.
4. Contribute to year group planning, staff meetings, and school-wide initiatives.
5. Work in close partnership with support staff, SLT, and parents/carers to ensure every pupil succeeds.
About You:
6. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with recent experience or training in KS1.
7. Confident in delivering phonics, early literacy, and numeracy to 5–7-year-olds.
8. A warm, calm presence who can build strong relationships and maintain effective behaviour management.
9. Organised, reflective, and always looking for ways to improve your practice.
10. Thrive-trained? Brilliant. If not, we’ll support you to get it—on us.
Why Choose Protocol Education?
11. Weekly pay through PAYE—no umbrella deductions.
12. FREE access to our online CPD Academy, including Key Stage-specific and Thrive training.
13. 1:1 support from a friendly, knowledgeable consultant.
14. Access to exclusive opportunities in KS1, EYFS, and SEND settings.
15. Regular social events and termly recognition awards.
Ready for a new chapter in KS1?
Apply now and let’s help you find a school that fits you just right.
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 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.
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