Early Career Teacher

Location: Wakefield
Job Type: Supply Teaching
Industry: Secondary Teacher
Reference: EarlyCareerTeacher
Salary: £150 - 165 per day + Salary dependent on experience & qualifications
Job Published: 1 day ago

ECT – Secondary – Leeds, Bradford & Wakefield

Multiple Locations | Full-time | ️ September start | £150–£165/day

Newly qualified and ready to inspire? Schools across West Yorkshire want you.

Just wrapped up your teacher training? Still riding that mix of excitement and “wait... I’m in charge of the whole class now?” We’ve got secondary schools across Leeds, Bradford, and Wakefield that are ready to welcome Early Career Teachers this September.

Whether you’re looking for your first full-time classroom, want to explore different schools before settling down, or want a role that lets you grow at your own pace—we’re here for all of it.

What’s on offer:

  • ECT induction programmes with real support (not just a checklist)

  • Mentoring, planning time, and CPD built into your timetable

  • Warm, welcoming departments that help you find your feet

  • Behaviour policies that mean more teaching, less firefighting

What you’ll be doing:

  • Teaching your subject to KS3 and KS4 students

  • Growing your confidence with the right support around you

  • Building classroom culture and meaningful routines

  • Taking part in the life of the school—staffrooms, CPD, and all

You’ll need:

  • UK QTS and a subject specialism (we’re open to all!)

  • A positive mindset and a willingness to learn

  • A splash of patience, a spark of creativity, and decent coffee tolerance

  • The drive to make a difference and have a laugh doing it

And from Protocol?

  • Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella faff

  • A dedicated consultant who’ll cheer you on and check in regularly

  • FREE access to our CPD Academy for ongoing growth

  • Jobs across West Yorkshire that match your vibe

  • Referral rewards if your coursemates sign up too

Ready to find your first proper teaching gig? Apply now, or drop us a message—we’ll chat you through what’s available, no pressure.

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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