Permanent ECT Teacher

Job Advert: Early Career Teacher (ECT) - Primary School (Permanent Role)

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Start Date: September 2026

About Our School

Our school is a vibrant, inclusive, and community-focused primary setting committed to providing outstanding education for every child. We pride ourselves on our nurturing ethos, high expectations, and strong commitment to staff development. Our pupils are eager, curious, and ready to learn, and our team works collaboratively to ensure every child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Role

As an ECT, you will:

• Deliver engaging, creative, and inclusive lessons across the primary curriculum
• Work closely with experienced mentors and phase leaders to support your induction
• Develop strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including enrichment activities and school events
• Receive full ECT support in line with statutory induction requirements

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) by September 2026
• Has a passion for primary education and child centred learning
• Demonstrates strong communication and classroom management skills
• Is reflective, enthusiastic, and eager to develop professionally
• Works well as part of a supportive and collaborative team

We Offer:

• A permanent teaching position in a well resourced primary school
• A comprehensive ECT induction programme with dedicated mentoring
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• Engaged and motivated pupils
• Opportunities to grow within the school and wider trust (if applicable)

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

How to Apply

If you are ready to begin your teaching career in a nurturing and ambitious school community, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV to .

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.