Year 1 Supply Teacher

Long-Term Year 1 Teacher – Colchester

Start: ASAP | Until Easter | Potential to Go Permanent

Protocol Education is working closely with a welcoming primary school in Colchester to recruit a dedicated Year 1 Teacher for a long-term position until Easter
, with strong potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school community and make a real impact during a crucial stage of pupils’ learning.

• Full responsibility for a Year 1 class

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons aligned with the KS1 curriculum

• Supporting pupils with early phonics, literacy, and numeracy

• Maintaining a positive, inclusive, and well‑managed classroom

• Working collaboratively with staff, parents, and leadership

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Experience teaching in KS1
  , ideally Year 1

• Confident with phonics and early learning strategies

• Committed, reliable, and passionate about children’s progress

• Open to a role that could develop into a permanent position

• Competitive daily rates
  , paid weekly

• A dedicated consultant who genuinely supports you

• Access to CPD and training opportunities

• Opportunities for long‑term and permanent roles

• Flexible options to suit your availability and career goals

If you’re a Year 1 teacher looking for stability, support, and the chance to secure a longer‑term role in a lovely Colchester school, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch to discuss further.

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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