Posted on 4th August 2026
The New DfE Supply Framework: Your Questions Answered
A practical Q&A guide for schools and MATs explaining the key changes under the new DfE Supply Framework, including compliance requirements, agency agreements, procurement considerations and the steps leaders should take to prepare for September 2026.
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Posted on 2nd July 2026
Preparing your trust for the September 2026 DfE Supply Staff Mandate: A strategic guide for MAT leaders
Get ready for the September 2026 DfE mandate by discovering how your trust can easily transition to compliant, budget-friendly supply staffing.
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Posted on 23rd June 2026
Summer work in education: What roles are available?
Think education jobs stop when the school term ends? Think again. From nurseries and SEND settings to holiday clubs and ongoing placements, discover the flexible summer opportunities available and how they can help you earn, gain experience and stay September-ready.
Posted on 14th May 2026
Why May is the best time to secure your September role
Thinking about September? May is the perfect time to get ahead and secure the best roles before they’re gone.
Posted on 1st May 2026
How to support students through exam season: A guide for schools and teachers
A practical guide for schools and teachers on helping students navigate exam season with confidence.
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Posted on 14th April 2026
Your 2026 school budget: where to spend, save, and get support
School budget planning will need to work harder in 2026. There are practical ways to protect outcomes and reduce staffing stress.
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Posted on 8th April 2026
The graduate guide to the classroom: Routes into teaching
Graduating and not sure what’s next? Explore flexible routes into teaching, from gaining classroom experience to becoming a qualified teacher, and find the path that fits you.
Posted on 17th March 2026
What is the average teacher salary in the UK?
Considering a career in teaching? This article explains the average teacher salary in the UK, including starting pay, how earnings grow with experience, and the factors that can influence how much teachers earn.
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Posted on 16th March 2026
Easter Payroll Deadlines 2026
Stay on top of your payments this Easter! Check Protocol Education’s 2026 Easter payroll dates and deadlines to ensure you get paid on time.
Posted on 12th March 2026
Alex’s journey in Education Recruitment
In this blog, Sheffield Branch Manager Alex Nightingale shares his journey in recruitment.
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Posted on 27th February 2026
The February resignation deadline has passed… what now?
This blog explains why, even though the February resignation deadline has passed, now is the ideal time to explore Easter roles and secure your September teaching position early.
Posted on 27th February 2026
The SEND White Paper 2026: From policy to the classroom
Wondering what the SEND White Paper 2026 actually means for your school next week, this blog cuts through the noise with the key changes, quick actions to take this term, and how to keep inclusion steady without burning out your team.