Job Description

Curriculum Support Officer - Secondary Schools in Kettering

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Start Date: February 2026
Contract Options: Full-Time | Permanent | Flexible / Part-Time

Are you interested in working in education and supporting learning across secondary school classrooms?
Would you like to gain hands-on experience in schools while developing valuable skills that support teaching and student progress?

Secondary schools across Kettering are seeking motivated and organised Curriculum Support Officers to join them from February 2026. This role is ideal for graduates and individuals with experience working with young people or within administrative and support roles-such as teaching assistants, cover supervisors, learning mentors, youth workers, or school administrators-who are keen to build a career in education.

This position offers a blend of classroom-based support and curriculum-focused responsibilities, giving you exposure to teaching and learning while working closely with qualified teachers and pastoral staff.

The Role

As a Curriculum Support Officer, you will:

  • Support the delivery of lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 under the direction of teaching staff

  • Work with students to enhance engagement, understanding, and progress

  • Assist with the preparation of lesson materials and curriculum resources

  • Provide in-class support and small group interventions where required

  • Help maintain accurate curriculum, attendance, and assessment records

  • Work collaboratively with teachers, departments, and pastoral teams

We're Looking For

  • Experience working with young people in any setting

  • Confident communicators who can support learning in a classroom environment

  • Organised, proactive, and professional individuals

  • A genuine interest in education and curriculum delivery

  • Reliability, adaptability, and a positive attitude

  • Individuals considering future progression into teaching or education support roles

What's On Offer

  • Flexible, long-term, or full-time opportunities in Kettering secondary schools

  • Permanent roles available for the right candidates

  • Competitive daily rates, paid weekly

  • Free CPD and accredited training, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and SEND awareness through The National College

  • Ongoing support from experienced education consultants

  • Clear progression routes into teaching, cover supervision, or curriculum and pastoral roles

If you're looking to gain meaningful school-based experience while supporting teaching and learning, this is an excellent opportunity to start or develop your career in education.

Apply today to find out more about Curriculum Support Officer roles in Kettering - starting February 2026.