Job Description

Maths Graduate Teaching Opportunity | Northampton

Full-Time Role | January or February Start | Ideal for Aspiring Teachers

Have you recently graduated with a Maths degree and are considering a career in education?
Would you like to gain hands-on classroom experience in a supportive secondary school while preparing for future teacher training?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a number of welcoming and inclusive secondary schools across Northampton, offering excellent opportunities for Maths graduates to step into the classroom from January or February. This full-time role is ideal for those planning to apply for a PGCE, SCITT or School Direct programme in the future.

This opportunity allows you to build confidence, develop key teaching skills and make a real difference to young people's learning.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Supporting Maths teachers with lesson delivery across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

  • Leading small group and one-to-one intervention sessions to support student progress

  • Helping pupils develop confidence and understanding in key mathematical concepts

  • Assisting with lesson planning, marking and classroom organisation

  • Supporting behaviour management and maintaining a positive learning environment

  • Getting involved in wider school life through enrichment activities, homework clubs or Maths support sessions

Who We're Looking For:

  • A Maths graduate or related degree holder (e.g. Engineering, Physics, Economics) with a 2:2 or above

  • A confident communicator with a positive, patient and approachable manner

  • A genuine interest in education and working with young people

  • An aspiring teacher seeking valuable classroom experience

  • Reliable, enthusiastic and committed to making a difference

  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

What Tradewind Offers:

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

  • A clear pathway into teacher training (PGCE, SCITT or School Direct)

  • Ongoing support and mentoring from experienced teachers and school leaders

  • Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College

  • A dedicated Tradewind consultant to support you throughout your placement

Start Your Teaching Journey in Northampton

If you're ready to turn your Maths knowledge into a meaningful and rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with Tradewind Recruitment to begin your Maths Graduate Teaching Opportunity in Northampton - January or February start.