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Graduate Trainee Teachers – Primary Schools | Whitby
Location:Whitby
Start Date: September 2026 & Immediate Opportunities Available
Hours: Full-Time & Part-Time
Pay: £140–£200 per day (depending on experience)
Reference: SM1LEL
Start Your Career in Primary EducationAre you a graduate considering a career in teaching?
Smile Education is recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Trainee Teachers to support welcoming primary schools across Hyde and Whitby. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience before progressing onto a PGCE, SCITT, School Direct or another teacher training route.
You will work alongside experienced teaching professionals, developing your classroom confidence while making a positive impact on pupils' learning.
The RoleAs a Graduate Trainee Teacher, you will support learning across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 by supervising classes using pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising classes using work prepared by the class teacher.
• Supporting pupils with their learning and encouraging engagement.
• Maintaining a positive, safe and productive classroom environment.
• Managing behaviour in line with school policies.
• Supporting pupils of all abilities, including those with SEND where required.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons.
• Adapting confidently to different year groups and classroom environments.
• Following safeguarding procedures at all times.

You will not be expected to plan lessons or undertake the responsibilities of a qualified teacher.
RequirementsThe successful candidate will:

• Hold a UK degree (or equivalent).
• Have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in primary education.
• Be confident communicating with children and school staff.
• Be professional, reliable, enthusiastic and adaptable.
• Have experience working with children through tutoring, coaching, youth work, volunteering or similar (desirable but not essential).
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

Pay and Benefits

• £140–£200 per day, depending on experience.
• Flexible working from one to five days per week.
• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities.
• Valuable classroom experience before teacher training.
• Opportunities to build confidence and develop classroom management skills.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
• Ongoing guidance throughout every placement.

Safeguarding and ComplianceSmile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will complete full compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS, Barred List and Prohibited List checks, right to work verification, qualification checks and professional references.
Apply NowIf you are a graduate looking to begin your journey into teaching and gain invaluable classroom experience within primary schools in Hyde or Whitby, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply today or send your CV to:
Nomvula Fokazi
Candidate Care Consultant
Smile Education
Telephone: 01642 843793
WhatsApp: +44 7576 151383
Email: nomvula@smile-education.co.uk
Reference: SM1LEL

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.