Aspiring Primary Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment offers aspiring teachers the chance to kick-start their careers in education through various roles in local schools. With opportunities for both teaching assistants and cover supervisors, candidates can build practical experience while contributing to children's learning. Ideal for graduates and those considering a switch to teaching, these roles provide invaluable experience and potential pathways to salaried teacher training placements.

Benefits

Paid experience in the classroom

Access to ongoing CPD including Safeguarding

Qualifications

• Ideal for graduates and career changers.
• Experience with children, particularly those with SEND, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development in classroom settings.
• Lead full class sessions as confidence grows.
• Provide 1-1 and group support.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Graduation

Job description

Aspiring Teachers - Launch Your Career in Bedfordshire with Tradewind

Location: Bedfordshire (Bedford, Luton, Dunstable, Biggleswade, and surrounding areas)
Opportunities: Full-time and part-time school-based roles Term-time only
Ideal for: Graduates, career changers, and those considering teacher training

Are you considering a career in teaching? Want to gain valuable experience in the classroom before committing to teacher training? Tradewind is offering fantastic opportunities for aspiring teachers across Bedfordshire to work in local schools, develop key skills, and build a strong foundation for a future in education.

You may be working on a 1-1 basis with children with SEND or supporting classes more generally. Once you feel confident in this, our partner schools may give you the responsibility to lead full class sessions.

What's available:

• Teaching Assistant and Cover Supervisor roles in primary and secondary schools

• Experience across EYFS, KS1, KS2 or KS3-KS4

• 1:1 and group support roles, including SEN

• Long-term and flexible daily placements available

• Ongoing CPD including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management

Why start with Tradewind?

• Build practical classroom experience while getting paid

• Explore different school settings before applying for teacher training

• Access guidance and advice from experienced consultants

• Many of our candidates go on to secure salaried teacher training placements

Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone with a passion for education, this is your chance to take the first step into a rewarding teaching career - with support every step of the way.

Apply now to kick-start your teaching journey with Tradewind in Bedfordshire.