Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Corby; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD courses

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Weekly pay

Dedicated education consultant

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming secondary school in Corby that is looking to appoint enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistants to join their team as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who want to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school environment and develop skills that could lead to teacher training in the future.

The role is full-time with a temp-to-perm pathway.

Qualifications

• Degree or recent graduate required or highly suitable for progression into teaching.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Enthusiastic, approachable, patient, and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students.
• Support students with SEND and varying learning needs.
• Help students understand content and develop independent learning skills.
• Support positive behaviour and maintain an engaging classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Work with experienced teachers to develop teaching skills and classroom management.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Initiative

Education

Degree or recent graduate

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Corby

Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time Temp-to-Perm
Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Are you a graduate considering a career in teaching? Are you passionate about education and keen to gain valuable classroom experience within a supportive secondary school?

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Corby that is looking to appoint enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistants to join their team as soon as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are aspiring teachers and looking to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school environment. The school is happy to support and train graduates who are keen to develop their skills, build classroom confidence, and potentially progress into teacher training in the future.

The position is offered on a full-time temp-to-perm basis, giving you the opportunity to establish yourself within the school and potentially secure a permanent role.

Whether you have previous experience working with young people or are a recent graduate looking to get your foot in the door of education, this could be the perfect opportunity to start your career.

This Could Be the Perfect Opportunity If You're:

• A recent graduate considering a future career in secondary teaching.
• Looking to gain valuable classroom experience before applying for teacher training.
• Passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their potential.
• Interested in developing your experience working with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Looking for a long-term opportunity within a supportive school environment.
• Experienced in coaching, tutoring, mentoring, childcare, or working with young people.

Your Role Will Include:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Working 1:1 and with small groups to support students with their learning and development.
• Providing additional support to students with SEND and varying learning needs.
• Helping students understand lesson content, complete tasks, and develop independent learning skills.
• Supporting positive behaviour and maintaining an engaging classroom environment.
• Building positive relationships with students and encouraging confidence, participation, and resilience.
• Working alongside experienced teachers to develop your understanding of effective teaching and learning.
• Gaining valuable insight into classroom management, lesson delivery, differentiation, and the wider responsibilities of a teacher.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has a degree or is a recent graduate, ideally in a subject relevant to the secondary curriculum.
• Is considering a future career in teaching or education.
• Has a genuine passion for working with young people.
• Is enthusiastic, approachable, patient, and willing to learn.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Is proactive, adaptable, and able to use their initiative.
• Has previous experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential).

Graduates with little or no previous school experience are warmly encouraged to apply. The school is happy to provide training, guidance, and practical experience to help the successful candidates develop their classroom skills and confidence.

What's On Offer?

• Full-time Teaching Assistant position within a secondary school in Corby.
• Temp-to-perm opportunity, with the potential to secure a permanent school contract.
• An immediate start for the right candidates.
• An excellent opportunity for graduates aspiring to become secondary school teachers.
• Training and support from experienced teachers and school staff.
• Hands-on classroom experience across KS3 and KS4.
• Opportunities to develop knowledge of SEND, behaviour management, and teaching strategies.
• A supportive school environment that values staff development.
• Competitive daily pay, paid weekly during the temporary period.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind Recruitment education consultant.

Professional Development with Tradewind

As part of Tradewind Recruitment, you will have access to free CPD through The National College, with over 2,500 accredited courses covering safeguarding, SEND, autism awareness, behaviour management, inclusive education, and effective classroom practice.

This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates who are serious about pursuing a career in teaching. You will gain first-hand experience of working in a secondary school, develop essential classroom skills, and learn from experienced teachers while making a genuine difference to students' education.

If you're a graduate looking to gain valuable experience before progressing into teacher training, or simply passionate about supporting young people, we would love to hear from you.