Early Career Teacher (ECT) | September

Protocol Education Limited; Bath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is working with welcoming primary schools across Bath and surrounding areas, seeking enthusiastic ECTs for full-time teaching opportunities starting in September.

We provide support in finding the right school and year group, weekly PAYE pay, access to free CPD, and ongoing guidance from experienced consultants who understand the ECT journey.

Qualifications

• QTS or pending QTS completion
• Strong classroom presence and excellent communication skills
• Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Commitment to creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire and challenge pupils
• Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment where every child can succeed
• Building strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Assessing progress and adapting teaching to meet the needs of all learners
• Contributing to the wider life of the school and becoming part of the school community
• Developing your practice with support from experienced teachers and leaders

Skills

Classroom management

Strong communication

Reflective practitioner

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you an Early Career Teacher (ECT) ready to begin your teaching journey this November?

Protocol Education is working with a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools across Bath and the surrounding areas, seeking enthusiastic ECTs for full-time teaching opportunities starting in September.

Whether you're looking for your first permanent role or a long-term placement to complete your induction years, we can help you find a school where you'll feel supported, valued, and able to thrive from day one.

Why Choose Protocol Education?

• Full-time teaching opportunities for November starts
• Roles available across Bath and surrounding areas
• Competitive daily rates paid weekly
• Support in finding the right school and year group for you
• Guidance from experienced consultants who understand the ECT journey
• Opportunities in schools with strong mentoring and induction support

What You'll Be Doing

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire and challenge pupils
• Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment where every child can succeed
• Building strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Assessing progress and adapting teaching to meet the needs of all learners
• Contributing to the wider life of the school and becoming part of the school community
• Developing your practice with support from experienced teachers and leaders

Why This Role Is Perfect for ECTs

Starting your teaching career is an exciting milestone, and finding the right school can make all the difference.

We're looking for ECTs who are:

• Passionate about making a positive impact on children's learning and development
• Eager to continue developing their teaching practice
• Enthusiastic, reflective, and committed to high standards
• Ready to embrace new challenges and opportunities
• Looking for a supportive environment to begin their teaching career

What Schools Are Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or pending QTS completion
• Strong classroom presence and excellent communication skills
• A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Commitment to creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families

What You'll Receive

• Full-time teaching opportunities from September
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions
• Access to free CPD and professional development courses
• Ongoing support throughout your ECT journey
• Opportunities across a variety of welcoming primary schools
• A dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way

Ready to Start Your Teaching Career?

Let us help you find a school where you can grow in confidence, develop your skills, and make a lasting impact on young learners.

What We Need to Get You Started

• Passport
• Two proofs of address (e.g. driving licence, utility bill, or council tax letter)
• CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained
• Two years of references
• Overseas Police Check (if you have lived overseas for three months or more within the last five years)

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.