Not sure which type of school suits you best? Starting your career through agency work gives you the freedom to find out. Protocol Education is recruiting Early Career Teachers to work across a range of welcoming primary schools in Gateshead. Working hours are 8.30am to 3.30pm, term time only. This is your opportunity to gain broad experience without being tied to one setting too quickly. What You Can Expect Through flexible supply work, you can: Choose your availability Work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 Deliver pre-set lessons in structured classrooms Build relationships with multiple school communities Develop confidence in behaviour management You remain in control of your schedule. There is no obligation to commit to long-term placements unless you decide you’re ready. Why Many ECTs Start This Way Agency teaching allows you to: Experience different leadership styles Discover your preferred year group Strengthen adaptability Gain varied classroom experience Reduce early career pressure It’s a strategic way to build your teaching profile. What We’re Looking For UK QTS Positive and adaptable approach Strong communication skills Professional attitude The Benefits of Working with Protocol Education Weekly PAYE pay Flexible bookings Free CPD and training Dedicated local consultant Pathways into long-term and permanent roles Your first year should feel developmental, not overwhelming. Apply now and explore flexible ECT roles in Gateshead primary schools. 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.