Job Description

Teaching Assistant - Secondary Schools (Kettering)
Location: Kettering
Start Date: October 2025
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Potential for Permanent
Pay: Competitive daily rate (based on experience)

Are you someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to make a difference in their school experience?

We're working with several secondary schools across Kettering who are looking for Teaching Assistants to join their teams this October. These are full-time, long-term roles, ideal for anyone who wants to support students day to day-both in the classroom and around the school.

You don't need to be an education expert. What matters most is that you're patient, reliable, and genuinely care about helping young people succeed.

What the role involves:

  • Supporting students aged 11-16 in lessons and around the school

  • Working closely with teachers to help keep learning on track

  • Providing extra help to students who need it-either one-to-one or in small groups

  • Supporting young people with additional needs (e.g. SEND or SEMH)

  • Helping to create a calm, focused classroom environment

  • Getting involved in wider school life, from training to enrichment days

This could be a great fit if you:

  • Have experience working with young people (in schools, youth work, care, etc.)

  • Are a recent graduate thinking about a career in teaching or education

  • Are calm under pressure and good at building trust with teenagers

  • Can work as part of a team and take initiative when needed

  • Have a DBS on the Update Service (or are happy to apply for one)

What you'll get:

  • Long-term work with potential for a permanent role

  • Weekly pay through Tradewind at a competitive rate

  • Access to The National College - thousands of CPD-accredited training courses

  • Support from experienced consultants who actually listen to what you're looking for

  • Real experience that can lead to a future in teaching, pastoral work, or youth support

If you're looking for a role where you can have a genuine impact, gain valuable experience, and be part of a supportive school team-this could be a great next step.

Apply now to find out more about Teaching Assistant opportunities in Kettering starting October 2025.