Year 4 Teacher

Protocol Education; Waterford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting a Year 4 Teacher for a vibrant primary school in Watford. You will deliver engaging lessons across Key Stage 2, plan to meet diverse learners, and build a positive classroom culture that motivates pupils.

The ideal candidate has QTS or equivalent, KS2 experience or willingness to develop, and strong communication skills. This is a full-time post starting September 2026 with supportive staff and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent is required.
• Experience in Key Stage 2 or willingness to develop within KS2.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team.
• Ability to differentiate to meet diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons across the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Plan effectively to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners.
• Create a positive classroom culture where pupils feel confident and motivated.
• Use assessment and feedback to identify gaps and accelerate pupil progress.
• Develop pupils' independence, resilience and enthusiasm for learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff.

Skills

QTS

KS2 experience

Communication skills

Team player

Differentiation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Year 4 Teacher - Watford

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Phase: Key Stage 2
Year Group: Year 4
Contract: Full-time
September 2026

Are you a passionate and committed Year 4 Teacher looking for a new challenge in a thriving Watford primary school?

We are working with a welcoming primary school that is seeking an inspiring teacher to join its dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher, or an ambitious ECT, to become part of a supportive school community and make a lasting impact on pupils' learning and development.

The Role

As a Year 4 Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons across the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Plan effectively to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners.
• Create a positive classroom culture where pupils feel confident and motivated.
• Use assessment and feedback to identify gaps and accelerate pupil progress.
• Develop pupils' independence, resilience and enthusiasm for learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff.
• Build positive relationships with parents and the wider school community.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• An enthusiastic and inspirational classroom practitioner.
• Experienced in, or keen to develop their experience within, Key Stage 2.
• Committed to high expectations of behaviour, progress and achievement.
• Able to differentiate effectively and support the needs of all pupils.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Passionate about creating engaging learning experiences for children.

The School

You will be joining a supportive and friendly school where collaboration, professional development and pupil wellbeing are highly valued. The school is committed to providing an environment where both children and staff can thrive.

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.
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