Love teaching but tired of the endless planning, meetings and paperwork?

As we head towards the busy winter term, Protocol Education is supporting a number of welcoming primary schools across Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Bath and surrounding areas who are looking for passionate Qualified Teachers (QTS) to join them this academic year.

Many schools are holding October trial days and informal visits now, with positions available from November 2026 onwards.

Whether you're looking for complete flexibility, a better work-life balance, or hoping to secure a long-term role in a fantastic school, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Choose Supply Teaching?

Supply teaching gives you the opportunity to focus on what you do best - teaching.

✅ Flexible work to suit your lifestyle

✅ No endless evenings spent planning and marking

✅ Experience a variety of local schools

✅ Build relationships with schools before committing long-term

✅ Access long-term and permanent opportunities

✅ Rediscover your love for teaching

Many of our teachers tell us that supply work helped them find their confidence, enthusiasm and work-life balance again.

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‍ The Role

As a Primary Supply Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• Maintain a positive and productive learning environment
• Adapt confidently to different classroom settings
• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• Follow school policies and ensure continuity of learning
• Inspire and motivate pupils to achieve their best

We have opportunities ranging from day-to-day bookings through to long-term and permanent positions.

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✅ We're Looking For Teachers Who:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching within UK primary schools
• Are confident managing classroom behaviour
• Can quickly establish positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
• Are adaptable, reliable and enthusiastic
• Are passionate about making a difference in children's education
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or are willing to obtain one

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October Trials Happening Now

Schools are actively arranging:

• Trial days
• School tours
• Meet-and-greet visits
• Classroom observations

This is a fantastic opportunity to get a feel for different school environments before committing to a role starting in November.

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Why Work With Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay - no umbrella companies
• Competitive daily rates based on experience
• FREE CPD and professional development courses
• FREE Thrive Training
• Flexible working patterns
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your journey
• Opportunities across Midsomer Norton, Radstock, Bath and surrounding areas
• Generous refer-a-friend rewards

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Looking for Something Long-Term?

Many of our supply roles develop into longer-term placements and permanent teaching positions.

Whether you're seeking one day a week or full-time employment, we'll help find a role that fits your career goals.

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Ready for a November Start?

If you're a qualified primary teacher looking for flexibility, variety and support, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure an October trial and discuss November opportunities with Grace Callaghan at Protocol Education.

Don't miss out on securing your ideal role before the winter term gets fully booked.

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✔️ What We Need to Clear You

To complete your registration, we'll need:

• A valid passport or proof of right to work in the UK
• Two proofs of current address
• An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years of employment and/or education history, with any gaps explained
• An overseas police check if you've lived abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Our team will support you throughout the compliance process.

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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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

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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