KS2 Class Teacher – Watford
Job Type: Full-time | Long Term
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Pay to scale/ Dependent on experience
Protocol Education is seeking an enthusiastic and committed KS2 Teacher to join a warm and supportive primary school in Watford from January 2026. This is a long term opportunity from January to July 2026 allowing you to make a meaningful impact in Key Stage 2.
You will work alongside an experienced full-time Teaching Assistant and a collaborative senior leadership team who value creativity, professionalism, and a strong sense of community. The school encourages staff to share ideas, innovate, and contribute fully to whole-school life.
Key Responsibilities of a KS2 Teacher:
1. Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons for KS2 pupils
2. Differentiate learning to support a wide range of needs and abilities
3. Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
4. Demonstrate enthusiasm, high expectations, and a commitment to outstanding education
5. Participate in ongoing CPD to develop excellent teaching practice
6. Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community
What We’re Looking For in a KS2 Teacher:
7. QTS, ECT, FQT, PGCE – all qualified teachers are welcome to apply
8. Strong understanding of the KS2 National Curriculum
9. Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills
10. A passion for motivating and inspiring pupils during a crucial stage of their primary education
11. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Why Work with Protocol Education?
12. Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella fees
13. Free online CPD, including SEND and behaviour modules
14. A dedicated consultant offering continuous support
15. Referral bonuses
16. Opportunities across schools in Watford and the wider Hertfordshire area
If you are a reflective, positive, and dedicated teacher committed to high standards and inclusive practice, we encourage you to apply today.
Important Information
All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training. Pay rates include statutory holiday pay. This role is temporary with the potential for a permanent contract.
Protocol Education follows all safeguarding procedures in line with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, including online checks for shortlisted candidates.
We offer FREE online Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training. All candidates must hold, or be willing to obtain, an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
Full assistance is provided throughout the registration process.
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.
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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