Job Title: Phonics Teacher – Wakefield
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Salary: £130–£210 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time or Part-time, Flexible Supply
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)
Love phonics? So do we. Let’s put that passion to work.
We’re on the lookout for a dedicated Phonics Teacher to join our team and support primary pupils across Wakefield. Whether you’re an expert in synthetic phonics, Letters and Sounds, or Read Write Inc., we’ve got schools that need your skills to boost reading confidence and early literacy.
Why this role?
You’ll work with local primary schools who value structured early years support, delivering phonics sessions that help little learners unlock the joy of reading. From daily supply to long-term roles, we’ll find a setup that suits your style and schedule.
What we’re looking for:
✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
✅ Experience teaching phonics in EYFS, KS1 or intervention groups
✅ Confident with planning and delivering targeted phonics support
✅ A nurturing, engaging approach that brings phonics to life
✅ Strong classroom presence and flexible attitude
Even better if you have:
⭐ Read Write Inc., Jolly Phonics or Letters and Sounds training
⭐ Experience supporting EAL or SEND learners with phonics
⭐ A Thrive qualification (or interest in completing one—we offer this free!)
What you’ll get from us:
Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella fees)
A friendly, supportive consultant who listens
FREE access to our CPD Academy, including phonics and Thrive training
Opportunities in Wakefield and surrounding areas
A smooth registration and local bookings that suit you
Ready to help children find their reading voice?
Apply now or drop us a message to chat through what you’re looking for.
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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