Permanent Education Roles | Leeds & Wakefield

Year 1 Teacher | Permanent Role | Leeds

Location: Leeds
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026 or sooner
Salary: MPS/UPS depending on experience

Tiny humans, big personalities, and a classroom full of curiosity. Sound like your kind of thing?

We’re working with a lovely primary school in Leeds looking for a Year 1 Teacher who knows how to make learning feel exciting, structured, and full of confidence-building moments. This is a permanent opportunity in a supportive school where teamwork actually means teamwork, not just sharing biscuits in the staffroom.

The school is looking for someone who can create calm routines, bring phonics to life, and help little learners settle into their KS1 journey with confidence.

What you’ll be doing:

• Teaching a settled and well-supported Year 1 class
• Creating engaging lessons that spark curiosity
• Building positive relationships with pupils and parents
• Working alongside an experienced KS1 team
• Helping children grow in confidence, independence, and learning

What the school would love:

• UK QTS
• A nurturing and organised teaching style
• Strong knowledge of KS1 curriculum and phonics
• Someone who enjoys making learning fun without the classroom chaos

What’s in it for you:

• Permanent contract from day one
• Supportive SLT who value staff wellbeing
• Career progression opportunities
• Friendly school community with a welcoming vibe
• Access to excellent CPD and mentoring

A quick note about registration 👀

This is for permanent opportunities only. Once you’re cleared for work with us, we’ll contact you when suitable permanent roles come up that match what you’re looking for. No pressure, no random 7am day-to-day supply calls.

Protocol Education benefits:

• Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
• Streamlined registration and local opportunities
• Referral scheme, earn rewards for referring friends

If you’re ready for a role that makes Mondays feel a bit more joyful, we’d love to hear from you.