KS1 Class Teacher

Overview

Thinking about your next teaching role this autumn? If you’re an FQT ready to step into something meaningful, we’ve got a range of maternity cover opportunities waiting for you across BS31.

These roles are more than just a stop-gap. They’re a chance to build confidence, make your mark, and really settle into a school community without the pressure of a permanent commitment straight away.

Whether you’re looking to find your feet, explore different settings, or land somewhere that just feels right, this could be your moment.

• Multiple FQT-friendly roles starting in September
• Supportive schools that understand the early career journey
• Opportunities to gain valuable, hands-on experience
• A chance to build relationships and grow your confidence in the classroom

You’ll be stepping into classrooms where consistency matters, making a real difference while gaining the kind of experience that sets you up for whatever comes next.

• FQT status or ECT
• Ready to step into a classroom and make a positive impact
• Passionate about creating engaging, inclusive lessons where every child feels seen
• Keen to grow in confidence and develop your own teaching style
• Open to feedback, reflective, and excited to keep learning
• Committed to supporting both the academic and emotional development of your pupils

• Passport
• Two proofs of address, such as a driving licence, utility bill, or council tax letter
• A CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained
• Two years of references, including your most recent school placement
• Overseas police check if you’ve lived abroad for three months or more in the last five years

And you won’t be doing it alone. At Protocol Education, we’re here to guide you, champion you, and make sure you feel supported every step of the way.

Ready to see what’s out there? Let’s chat.

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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