Job Description

Unqualified Teacher - Northampton

Location: Northampton
Start Date: October 2025
Contract Options: Full-Time | Permanent | Flexible/Part-Time

Are you interested in a career in education but not yet a qualified teacher?

Secondary schools across Northampton are looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join them as Unqualified Teachers from October 2025. Whether you're a recent graduate, teaching assistant, sports coach, or youth worker, this is a great opportunity to step into the classroom and build valuable experience.

With a range of flexible and full-time roles available, this position can suit your lifestyle while offering a clear path into teacher training for the future.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Delivering pre-planned lessons across KS3 and KS4 in the absence of the classroom teacher

  • Managing behaviour and maintaining a calm, purposeful classroom environment

  • Supporting pupils with their learning and encouraging positive engagement

  • Working with school staff to support student progress and wellbeing

  • Gaining practical classroom experience across a range of subjects

We're Looking For:

  • Individuals with experience working with young people (e.g. coaching, mentoring, tutoring, support work)

  • Confident communicators who can lead a classroom and manage behaviour effectively

  • Proactive, adaptable team players with a genuine interest in education

  • People considering a career in teaching or applying for PGCE/SCITT routes in the future

  • Reliable and professional individuals ready to make a positive difference in schools

What's On Offer:

  • Flexible or full-time roles in Northampton secondary schools

  • Long-term or permanent positions depending on your availability and goals

  • Weekly pay with competitive daily rates

  • Free CPD including safeguarding, behaviour management & SEND training via The National College

  • A clear progression route into teacher training with ongoing support from education consultants

Whether you're exploring teaching as a career or want hands-on experience working in schools, this is a fantastic chance to take the next step.

Apply now to learn more about Unqualified Teacher roles in Northampton starting October 2025.