Early Years Teacher

Are you an Early Years specialist with a passion for creating inspiring, child-centred learning environments? We’re working with a nurturing and inclusive school in Watford seeking a confident, caring Early Years Teacher to join their team in September 2025.

Whether you're an ECT ready for your first role or an experienced EYFS practitioner looking for a fresh start, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in a school that values creativity, play-based learning, and strong relationships with children and families.

The Role:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.

• Create a safe, stimulating environment where children feel confident to explore and learn.

• Plan and adapt lessons to suit individual learning needs, using imaginative, hands-on activities.

• Maintain excellent classroom routines and contribute positively to whole-school life.

• Work closely with colleagues, support staff, and parents to ensure every child thrives.

About You:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with EYFS training or experience.

• Confident in delivering the EYFS framework to Nursery and/or Reception-aged children.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a warm, approachable style.

• Organised, creative, and committed to supporting every child’s development.

• Thrive-trained? Fantastic. If not, we offer it for free—just ask us!

Why Choose Protocol Education?

• Weekly pay via PAYE (no umbrella companies).

• FREE access to our online CPD Academy—including Early Years and Thrive training.

• Personalised support from a dedicated local consultant.

• Opportunities across a range of Early Years and primary settings.

• Regular social events and recognition awards.

Ready to inspire young learners and make your mark in Early Years?
Apply today and we’ll be in touch to chat about next steps.

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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