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Primary Teacher

  • Posted: 20-10-2026
  • Category: Primary Teachers
  • Location: Grimsby
  • Type: Full-time / Contract
  • Salary: £140 - £200 per hour
Location: Grimsby, North Lincolnshire
Hours: Full-Time
Pay: £140–£200 per day, depending on experience and qualifications

Make Every Lesson Count – Inspire the Next Generation!

Smile Education is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Primary Teacher to work within a welcoming and supportive primary school in Grimsby, North Lincolnshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated educator who is passionate about helping children learn, grow and achieve their potential. You will create engaging learning experiences, encourage curiosity and confidence, and help establish a positive classroom environment where every pupil feels supported.
Whether you are seeking a long-term placement or looking to explore new teaching opportunities, this role offers the chance to make a genuine difference while developing your teaching career.

The Role
As a Primary Teacher, your responsibilities will include:
  • Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the primary national curriculum.
  • Creating a safe, inclusive and positive classroom environment.
  • Differentiating teaching to meet the needs of pupils with varying abilities.
  • Supporting pupils' academic progress, confidence and personal development.
  • Assessing learning and providing constructive feedback.
  • Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining effective classroom management.
  • Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and other school staff.
  • Supporting children with additional learning and developmental needs.
  • Building positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
  • Contributing to the school's wider learning community.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a teacher who can demonstrate:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
  • At least six months of recent UK classroom experience.
  • A sound understanding of the primary national curriculum.
  • Strong lesson planning and classroom management skills.
  • The ability to deliver creative and differentiated learning activities.
  • A patient, approachable and child-centred teaching style.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Flexibility, reliability and a positive professional attitude.
  • A genuine commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
Why Work in Grimsby?
Grimsby offers a welcoming community, local amenities and convenient access to surrounding areas across North East Lincolnshire and beyond. The location may suit teachers travelling from Cleethorpes, Immingham, Scunthorpe, Brigg and nearby communities.
Working in a local primary school provides an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with pupils, contribute to their development and gain valuable experience within a supportive educational setting.

Essential Requirements
To be considered for this opportunity, you must have:
  • QTS or a relevant teaching qualification.
  • A minimum of six months' recent UK classroom experience.
  • The right to work in the UK.
  • An Enhanced DBS Certificate registered with the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.
  • Two years of employment and/or education references, including at least one reference relating to work with children.
Please note: Smile Education is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Registration and Safeguarding
Safeguarding is central to our recruitment process. Before commencing work, successful applicants must complete registration and the relevant compliance checks.
These include identity and right-to-work verification, qualification checks, enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references. Our recruitment team will guide you through each stage and keep you updated throughout the process.

Why Join Smile Education?
  • Competitive daily pay of £140–£200, depending on experience.
  • Weekly pay.
  • Access to long-term, permanent and flexible teaching opportunities.
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your recruitment journey.
  • Opportunities to develop your experience and access professional development.
  • £100 Joining Bonus after completing your first 10 days of work.*
  • £200 Referral Bonus when your referred friend or colleague meets the qualifying requirements.*
Our Safeguarding Commitment
Smile Education and our partner schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must share this commitment.
Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, identity and qualification verification, right-to-work checks, satisfactory references and online searches for shortlisted candidates in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Apply Today!
Are you a passionate Primary Teacher ready to take the next step in your career?
If you are looking for teaching opportunities in Grimsby or the surrounding areas, we would love to hear from you.

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

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