Job Description

Secondary Teaching Assistant - Northampton
Start Date: September 2025 | Full-Time | Long-Term Position

Are you passionate about education and keen to support teenagers in a secondary school setting? Do you want to make a difference in the classroom while gaining valuable experience?

Tradewind Recruitment is working closely with several secondary schools across Northampton that are looking to welcome Teaching Assistants to their teams this September 2025. These are full-time, long-term roles, offering a fantastic opportunity to work closely with teachers and students, supporting learning, progress, and wellbeing.

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to contribute to their success both inside and outside the classroom.

What the role involves:

  • Providing in-class support across a range of subjects, helping students stay focused and engaged

  • Working one-to-one or in small groups with pupils who may need additional help

  • Assisting teachers with classroom organisation, lesson preparation, and behaviour support

  • Building positive relationships with students and acting as a role model

  • Supporting pupils with varying needs, including SEND and those with barriers to learning

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has experience working with young people, ideally in a school or youth-based setting

  • Is confident, adaptable, and comfortable working with teenagers

  • Can follow direction from teaching staff while using initiative when needed

  • Has strong communication skills and a calm, encouraging approach

  • Is enthusiastic about helping students succeed, both academically and personally

In return, you'll receive:

  • A long-term role in a supportive, forward-thinking secondary school

  • Weekly pay with competitive rates

  • Free access to CPD through The National College, helping you develop your skills

  • Ongoing guidance from a dedicated Tradewind consultant who understands your goals

  • A great stepping stone into teacher training or a long-term career in education

Whether you're looking to build classroom experience, return to education support, or explore a future in teaching, this is a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact.

Apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment to find out more about secondary TA roles available in Northampton and the surrounding areas.