Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant (SCITT Pathway Opportunity)
Location: Kettering
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term

Start Your Journey into Teaching - Build Experience Before Your SCITT

Are you a graduate considering a career in teaching but want to gain valuable classroom experience before committing to a SCITT programme? This opportunity allows you to work within a secondary school, develop your skills, and receive guidance and support before progressing onto a School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) route.

About the Role:
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and students to support learning across a range of subjects. This role is designed to give you first-hand experience in the classroom, helping you build confidence, understand school life, and strengthen your future SCITT application.

What You'll Do:

  • Support students in lessons, both in groups and one-to-one

  • Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management

  • Gain exposure to different teaching styles and subject areas

  • Help create a positive and engaging learning environment

  • Receive mentoring and advice on progressing to SCITT training

Progression Opportunity:
Following successful experience in the role, you will be supported in applying for a SCITT programme, giving you a clear and structured pathway into teaching and achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

What We're Looking For:

  • A UK undergraduate degree (2:2 or above preferred)

  • A strong interest in pursuing a teaching career

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • A proactive, enthusiastic, and resilient attitude

  • GCSEs in English and Maths (and Science for primary pathways)

Why Start This Way?

  • Gain valuable, paid classroom experience before teacher training

  • Build confidence and develop key teaching skills

  • Strengthen your SCITT application with real school experience

  • Receive ongoing support and career guidance

  • Make an informed decision about your teaching future

Ideal for:

  • Graduates exploring teaching as a career

  • Individuals wanting school-based experience before training

  • Aspiring teachers looking for a clear progression route into SCITT

Apply Today:
Take the first step towards a career in education. Apply now to gain meaningful school experience and prepare for your future SCITT application.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.