Ready to take ownership of your very first classroom, with the right support behind you?

A welcoming and well-led primary school in Gateshead is seeking a Reception ECT to join their Early Years team full-time, working 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

This is not a sink-or-swim role. You’ll be supported, coached, and guided every step of the way.

What you’ll be doing

• Teaching a Reception class within a well-established EYFS framework

• Delivering engaging phonics, early maths, and play-based learning

• Building secure routines that help children thrive

• Working closely with an experienced EYFS Lead

• Receiving weekly ECT mentoring and structured feedback

You’ll have access to shared planning, established assessment systems, and a team who genuinely enjoy working together.

We’re looking for someone who

• Holds UK QTS and is completing or beginning their ECT induction

• Understands child development and early learning principles

• Brings creativity, warmth, and strong organisation

• Wants to build confidence in a supportive setting

Why this school stands out

• Clear behaviour and safeguarding systems

• A collaborative Early Years team

• Leadership that prioritises staff wellbeing

Why work with Protocol Education

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies

• Free access to our CPD Academy, including Thrive training

• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant

Your first year matters. Start it somewhere that invests in you.

Apply now to secure your Reception ECT role in Gateshead, and let’s get your teaching career off to the right start.

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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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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