Primary Teacher

Rediscover Your Passion for Teaching

Do you love teaching but want more flexibility, greater variety, or a better work-life balance?

At Protocol Education, we're working in partnership with a range of welcoming Primary Schools across Durham, Sunderland, Chester-le-Street, Consett, Stanley, Seaham and Peterlee, supporting them with both short-term supply cover and long-term teaching vacancies.

Whether you're an experienced Primary Teacher, an Early Career Teacher (ECT), or returning to the classroom after a break, we can help you find opportunities that work around your lifestyle and career ambitions.

If you're looking to make a difference while maintaining flexibility and control over your schedule, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Choose Supply Teaching?

More teachers than ever are discovering the benefits of supply work.

Supply teaching allows you to focus on what matters most, inspiring and educating pupils, while enjoying greater flexibility and variety in your career.

Benefits include:

✅ Flexible working to suit your availability

✅ Choose when and where you work

✅ Opportunities in schools close to home

✅ Daily supply, long-term and permanent roles available

✅ Build experience across different settings

✅ Improve your work-life balance

✅ Explore schools before committing to a permanent position

✅ Continued professional development opportunities

Many teachers initially choose supply work for flexibility but soon discover new opportunities, develop valuable experience, and build strong relationships with local schools.

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The Role

As a Primary Teacher, you'll play a key role in creating engaging learning experiences that support pupils academically, socially and emotionally.

Roles are available across:

• EYFS
• Key Stage 1
• Key Stage 2

Depending on your preferences, responsibilities may include:

• Delivering engaging and creative lessons
• Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Supporting pupils of all abilities to achieve their full potential
• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures
• Assessing and monitoring pupil progress
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and school staff
• Inspiring pupils to develop a love of learning

Whether you're looking for occasional supply days or a full-time long-term position, we'll work with you to find the right opportunity.

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Why Schools Need Great Primary Teachers

Primary education lays the foundations for lifelong learning.

Schools are looking for enthusiastic and committed teachers who can:

⭐ Build pupils' confidence

⭐ Encourage curiosity and creativity

⭐ Create positive learning experiences

⭐ Support academic progress

⭐ Inspire children to achieve their best

Every lesson you deliver has the potential to shape a child's future.

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Who We're Looking For

We would love to hear from:

• Qualified Teachers (QTS)
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
• Experienced Primary Teachers
• Teachers returning to the profession
• EYFS Specialists
• Key Stage 1 Teachers
• Key Stage 2 Teachers

The ideal candidate will be:

• Passionate about primary education
• Adaptable and flexible
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Committed to supporting pupil achievement
• Able to build positive relationships quickly
• Confident delivering engaging lessons

Most importantly, you'll have a genuine passion for helping children learn, grow and succeed.

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Why Work with Protocol Education?

When you join Protocol Education, you'll benefit from:

✅ Competitive daily pay rates

✅ Flexible work around your schedule

✅ Opportunities across Durham and Sunderland

✅ Daily supply assignments

✅ Long-term teaching placements

✅ Permanent opportunities

✅ Free CPD and accredited training

✅ Ongoing professional development

✅ Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant

✅ Access to a large network of local schools

✅ Opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2

We take time to understand what you're looking for and match you with schools that suit your experience, preferences and career goals.

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Take the Next Step in Your Teaching Career

Whether you're seeking flexibility, a fresh challenge, or your next long-term teaching role, Protocol Education can help you find an opportunity that works for you.

Join a network of passionate educators making a positive impact in schools across Durham and Sunderland every day.

Apply today and discover how Protocol Education can support your next Primary Teacher opportunity.

If you'd like to find out more, contact our team on 0191 279 7270 for a confidential conversation about the opportunities available.