Job Description

Teaching Assistant - Daventry
Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire
Start Date: October 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term or Permanent
Salary: Competitive daily rate (based on experience)

Are you passionate about supporting young people in their education? Ready to take on a rewarding role where every day makes a difference?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to join supportive secondary schools in and around Daventry from October 2025. Whether you're taking your first steps into education or bringing valuable experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to positively impact students' academic and personal development.

This could be the perfect opportunity if you are:

  • Considering a future in teaching or education

  • Looking to return to a school-based support role

  • Passionate about working with young people and helping them succeed

Your Role Will Involve:

  • Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4

  • Providing 1:1 or small group support for students with SEND or additional needs

  • Helping manage classroom routines and promoting a positive learning environment

  • Encouraging students to build confidence, independence, and resilience

  • Working as part of a collaborative team to support whole-school goals

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Enjoy working with secondary-aged students in a classroom setting

  • Be patient, understanding, and committed to helping others

  • Communicate effectively with both students and staff

  • Be flexible, proactive, and eager to learn

  • Have experience in education, childcare, youth work, or similar (preferred but not essential)

What We Offer:

  • A consistent, long-term position with potential for a permanent role

  • Weekly pay at a competitive rate

  • A welcoming school community and a strong support network

  • Access to ongoing CPD and accredited training opportunities

  • Dedicated support from an experienced consultant who understands your goals

  • Clear routes into teacher training or specialist support roles

Professional Development with Tradewind:

As a Tradewind TA, you'll receive free access to over 2,500 CPD courses via The National College-covering everything from safeguarding to behaviour strategies, SEND support, and classroom best practice.

Ready to take the next step in your education career?

Apply now or contact Tradewind Recruitment to find out more about Teaching Assistant roles available in Daventry starting October 2025. We look forward to helping you make a meaningful difference in schools across Northamptonshire.

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