KS1 Class Teacher (Year 2)
Location: Watford
Start Date: January 2026
Job Type: Full-time, Term-to-Perm
Salary: Pay to scale/ depending on experience
Year 2 Teacher – Watford
Protocol Education is delighted to be recruiting a KS1 Teacher/ Year 2 Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Watford. This full-time Year 2 role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a nurturing Key Stage 1 environment, with the opportunity to transition from a temporary to a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities of KS1 Teacher:
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Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons aligned with the KS1 National Curriculum
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Assess pupil progress regularly and use data to inform planning
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Implement positive behaviour management strategies that promote a calm and productive classroom
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Differentiate teaching to support all learners, including those with SEND or additional needs
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Build strong relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents/carers
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Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to the wider school community
What We’re Looking For in a KS1 Teacher:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
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Strong understanding of KS1 curriculum expectations, particularly Year 2
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Secure knowledge of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
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Ability to plan creative, inclusive lessons that meet the needs of all learners
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A committed, enthusiastic and collaborative approach to teaching
If you’re an inspiring KS1 practitioner ready to take the next step in your teaching journey, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Send your CV to joanna.gandhi@protocol-education.com.
Suitable for unqualified teachers looking to move into SEN.
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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