Refer a Friend Scheme

At The Protocol Group, we believe great people know great people. That’s why we reward our candidates for introducing talented educators, support staff, and training professionals to our network.

Our Refer a Friend Scheme is designed to thank you for spreading the word - and you can earn up to £200 for every successful referral.

Help a Friend. Boost Your Income. Shape the Future of Education.

How the Protocol Refer a Friend Scheme Works

Referring someone is simple, quick, and takes less than a minute.

You’ll receive your bonus once your referred friend:

  • Completes 25 days (187.5 hours) of work within 3 months, OR
  • Secures a permanent role and successfully passes probation

It’s that straightforward.*

Referral Bonus Amounts

  • £200 for referring Teaching or Management Staff
  • £150 for referring Support or Non‑Academic Staff

*Terms & Conditions Apply

Ready to Refer a Friend? Start Here

To submit your referral, simply share this link with your friend and ask them to complete the short form.
 
Make sure they fill this in within 4 weeks of you referring them - otherwise you won’t be eligible for the bonus.
 

Why Refer a Friend to Protocol?

Helping someone find their next role can be life‑changing - and it benefits you too.

Here’s why candidates love referring through Protocol:

  • Access to Hundreds of roles across FE, HE, training and skills
  • Support from specialist consultants
  • Opportunities for temporary, permanent and sessional positions
  • Simple, transparent referral process
  • You earn a financial reward for helping your network grow

Register with Us Today