Year 4 Teacher

Protocol Education Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive leadership and professional development

Excellent CPD opportunities

Friendly and inclusive work environment

Job summary

A primary school in Watford is seeking an inspiring Year 4 Teacher to start in January 2026. The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and create a warm, engaging learning environment. Responsibilities include enhancing reading, writing, and reasoning skills among pupils while fostering a love of learning. This full-time position offers a supportive community and competitive salary, ideal for Early Career Teachers or experienced professionals looking for a rewarding challenge.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience in teaching Year 4 or strong desire to develop in this area.
• Ability to create a supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen pupils' reading, writing, and reasoning skills.
• Nurture curiosity and a love of learning.
• Collaborate with staff to achieve the best outcomes.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Teaching experience in Key Stage 2

Confident communication skills

Commitment to inclusive education

Job description

Year 4 Teacher – Watford

Full-Time | January 2026 Start | Let’s Make Learning Stick

Are you ready to take the next step in your teaching career? A welcoming and ambitious primary school in Watford is seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and inspiring Year 4 Teacher to join their team from January 2026.

Location: Watford
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time
Salary: Main Pay Scale

Your Role in the Classroom

Year 4 is a crucial stage where pupils deepen their understanding and grow in confidence across the curriculum. You will play a vital role in strengthening reading, writing, and reasoning skills while nurturing curiosity and a genuine love of learning. Supported by a collaborative staff team and a caring school community, you’ll help every child achieve their best.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Create a warm, engaging, and supportive learning environment
• Have experience teaching Key Stage 2 or a strong desire to develop in this area
• Be a confident communicator and effective team player
• Demonstrate a commitment to inclusive, child-centred education

Why Join This School?

• A friendly and inclusive ethos where staff feel valued
• Supportive leadership with a strong focus on wellbeing and professional development
• Excellent CPD opportunities and clear pathways for career progression
• Competitive salary aligned with the Teacher Main Pay Scale
• A positive, collaborative team that celebrates success together

This opportunity is ideal for both Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners seeking a new and rewarding challenge.

Apply now by sending your CV to [e-mail]

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.

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