Job Description

Graduate Trainee Teacher - SCITT Programme

Location: Corby
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Competitive bursary/salaried route available
Contract: Full-time, Teacher Training Placement

Are you a recent graduate looking to start a rewarding career in teaching?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with secondary schools in Corby to recruit ambitious graduates for a School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while training towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in a supportive school environment.

The Role

As a Graduate Trainee Teacher, you will:

  • Train within a secondary school alongside experienced teaching professionals
  • Develop practical classroom and behaviour management skills
  • Receive dedicated mentoring and professional development support
  • Work towards achieving QTS through a recognised SCITT pathway
  • Support pupils in lessons while gradually building teaching responsibilities

We Are Looking For Graduates Who:

  • Hold a UK degree (2:2 or above preferred)
  • Are passionate about education and working with young people
  • Have strong communication and organisational skills
  • Are motivated, resilient, and eager to learn
  • Have experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)

Subject Areas in Demand

We welcome applications from graduates in:

  • Biology
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Religious Education
  • Science
  • Humanities
  • Modern Foreign Languages

What the SCITT Programme Offers

  • A direct pathway into teaching with real classroom experience
  • Expert guidance from experienced teachers and mentors
  • Potential bursary or salaried training routes
  • Ongoing support from both the school and Tradewind Recruitment
  • Excellent career progression opportunities upon completion

If you are ready to begin your teaching journey and make a positive impact in education, apply today through Tradewind Recruitment.