A permanent teacher recruitment agency helping schools find the right staff
Looking to fill long-term or permanent roles in your school?
Finding the perfect fit for your primary school can be challenging, but with Protocol Education, it doesn’t have to be.
Whether you're looking for a supply teacher, a new permanent member of staff, or a specialist in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) support, we can connect you with qualified educators to fit your school’s needs.
From understanding your school's culture to handling all the admin, we’re here to ensure you can recruit a primary school teacher who will make a real difference in your classrooms.We supply all levels of staff, including Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
We are also experts in providing staff for inclusion, in Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
This includes:
- Inclusion support workers: Qualified staff who bring expertise in special education needs (SEND), emotional and mental health (SEMH) support, and bespoke intervention delivery.
- Higher level teaching assistants (HLTAs): Ready to provide continuity and higher-level support across classrooms.
- Early career teachers (ECTs): Available for long-term placements and permanent positions.
We help you find the right people to enhance support for SEND pupils with inclusion at the heart of their practice.
Fully Cleared Staff, Ready to Go
Your peace of mind, built into our process:
Thoroughly vetted
Every staff member is rigorously cleared to DfE safeguarding standards, under our REC-accredited framework.
Ofsted-ready confirmation
You receive an email booking confirmation, complete with photo ID, compliant with all checking requirements.
Total transparency
Get instant online access to the historical safeguarding records of every staff member who has worked in your primary school.
For a detailed look at our process, please visit our full safeguarding page.
Looking to hire a long-term or permanent staff?
Submit a vacancy and we will help you find the perfect fit.
Recruit long-term or permanent teachers today!
Find your local office
For your long-term or permanent teacher recruitment needs, contact your local office.
“Protocol Education is a really personable and supportive agency. They are always looking for which staff will work best in your setting, making sure that the needs of the pupils are at the centre. Protocol Education makes a difference, just when you really need it - this is why I have worked with them for over 15 years!”
Lou Browning, HT Norbury Primary School (Harrow)
More ways to find the right fit for your primary school.
Sometimes the perfect teacher for your team isn't found through a traditional advert. We offer flexible solutions to meet your specific needs, from long-term placements for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) to specialised Inclusion Support Workers for SEND and SEMH.
Let's have a conversation about what your school truly needs.
We'll help you recruit primary school teachers who are the perfect fit.
MyProtocol Staff app
This App puts you at the head of the class.
Manage bookings, view timesheets, and communicate with your cover, all in one place.
Download the MyProtocol Staff App today!
Frequently asked questions about primary schools.
Depending on your needs, we can provide long term teachers quickly, with permanent appointments arranged as soon as the right candidate is available.
Yes. All staff are fully cleared, vetted, and compliant with DfE safeguarding standards and Ofsted requirements.
Absolutely. We have a large pool of ECTs and overseas-trained educators ready to bring experience and fresh perspectives to your classrooms.
Yes. All educators recruited through Protocol have access to the CPD Academy, including courses on SEND support, behaviour management, and secondary subject skills.