KS1 Teacher

Ready for your next classroom?

We’re working with a number of friendly and well-run primary schools across Southwark who are looking for KS1 Teachers for roles starting this Easter and September.

These schools are keen to welcome teachers who bring energy, creativity, and a genuine love of helping young learners thrive. Whether you’re an experienced teacher looking for a fresh environment or an ECT eager to find the right school to start your career, we’d love to help you find a great fit.

From supportive leadership teams to well-resourced classrooms, these schools are focused on creating positive learning environments where both pupils and teachers can flourish.

What the role involves

• Teaching a KS1 class (Year 1 or Year 2)
• Planning and delivering engaging lessons that spark curiosity
• Creating positive routines and strong classroom relationships
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and year group teams
• Supporting pupils’ academic and social development

What we’re looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 1 or relevant primary placements
• Strong classroom management and a nurturing teaching style
• A positive and flexible approach to school environments
• Enthusiasm for helping young learners build confidence and independence

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our CPD Academy to support your development
• Support from a dedicated consultant who knows the local schools
• Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
• Streamlined registration and local placements
• Referral scheme – earn rewards for recommending friends

Interested in a KS1 role this Easter or September?
Apply today or get in touch to chat about the schools and year groups that might suit you best.

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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