Year 6 Teacher- Watford

Protocol Education Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking primary school in Watford is seeking an experienced Year 6 Teacher for a full-time role starting January 2026. The teacher will lead a class, supporting students through their final primary year while preparing them for SATs in a supportive environment. Candidates should possess QTS (or equivalent) and ideally have experience in teaching Year 6. This is a long-term role with the potential for permanent employment, offering comprehensive support and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

FREE access to online CPD Academy

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities in SEND and alternative settings

Referral rewards for recommending educators

Qualifications

• Qualified Primary Teacher (QTS or equivalent) required.
• Experience teaching Year 6 or upper KS2 is preferred.
• Ability to motivate pupils through exam preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead a class through their final primary year.
• Support pupils to build confidence and prepare for SATs.
• Create an inclusive, respectful learning environment.

Skills

Qualified Primary Teacher (QTS or equivalent)

Experience teaching Year 6 or upper KS2

Calm, structured approach with a sense of humour

Ability to motivate and guide pupils through exam preparation

Job description

Year 6 Primary Teacher – Watford

Start Date: January 2026
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term (potential for permanent)
Salary: Paid to scale (depending on experience)

About the Role

A friendly and forward-thinking primary school in Watford is looking for an experienced and inspiring Year 6 Teacher to join their team in January 2026.

You will lead a bright and motivated class through their final primary year, supporting pupils to build confidence, prepare for SATs, and transition successfully to secondary school. The school fosters a supportive and inclusive environment where creativity is encouraged, teachers are trusted, and wellbeing is a priority.

What’s on Offer

• Supportive senior leadership and approachable year group team
• Dedicated PPA and collaborative planning time
• Excellent resources to support SATs preparation and broader learning
• Engaged pupils in a respectful, inclusive classroom environment
• Long-term role with the potential to become permanent

What We’re Looking For as a Year 6 Teacher:

• Qualified Primary Teacher (QTS or equivalent)
• Experience teaching Year 6 or upper KS2
• Calm, structured approach with a sense of humour
• Ability to motivate and guide pupils through exam preparation with care and confidence

Why Work with Protocol Education

• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
• Fast, streamlined registration and placement process
• Referral rewards for recommending fellow educators

Apply today and send your cv to [e-mail] to secure your next role in Watford and help your Year 6 pupils finish their primary journey successfully!

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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