Job Description

Science Graduate Teaching Opportunity | Northampton

Full-Time Role | October 2025 Start | Ideal for Aspiring Science Teachers

Are you a recent Science graduate looking to take your first step into education?
Tradewind Recruitment is working with several welcoming secondary schools in Northampton offering exciting full-time opportunities for Science graduates to gain hands-on classroom experience starting October 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring teachers to support students in Science, gain invaluable school-based experience, and prepare for future teacher training routes such as a PGCE, SCITT, or School Direct programme.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Supporting the Science department in delivering lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4

  • Leading small group or 1:1 intervention sessions to reinforce key scientific concepts

  • Assisting with classroom activities, practical experiments, and lesson planning

  • Helping to mark work and provide feedback under teacher guidance

  • Getting involved in wider school life, including STEM clubs, revision sessions, or science-themed enrichment

Who We're Looking For:

  • A recent Science graduate (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related subject) with a 2:2 degree or above

  • A clear communicator with a positive, supportive, and professional attitude

  • Someone with a genuine passion for education and a desire to make a difference

  • An aspiring teacher keen to gain school-based experience before applying for formal teacher training

  • Reliable, enthusiastic, and eager to learn within a school environment

What Tradewind Offers:

  • A paid, full-time role in a Northampton secondary school

  • Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College

  • Valuable classroom experience ideal for future PGCE, SCITT, or QTS applications

  • Support from experienced school staff and a dedicated Tradewind consultant

  • A rewarding opportunity to develop key teaching skills and explore a future in education

Ready to Start Your Journey Toward Teaching?

If you're a Science graduate who's passionate about inspiring young minds and considering a career in teaching, this role is the perfect place to start.

Apply today to explore Science Graduate Teaching opportunities in Northampton starting October 2025.