Finishing Your PGCE? Step Into Your ECT Year with Confidence | September 2026

You’ve done the placements, navigated the lesson observations, and made it through your PGCE. You’re not just ready, you’re ready for the right start.

Now it’s about finding a school where you can grow, feel supported, and truly enjoy teaching, not just survive it.

That’s where we come in.

At Protocol Education, we partner with schools that understand what Early Career Teachers need, strong mentoring, realistic expectations, and a team that’s got your back from day one.

Your ECT journey, done properly

Long-term and permanent ECT roles starting September 2026
Schools with structured induction and experienced mentors
Opportunities across a range of settings to find your perfect fit
Honest, tailored guidance, no pressure, just the right match
What you’ll be stepping into
Your own classroom, your own pupils, and the chance to put everything you’ve learned ...