Job Description

Aspiring Teacher - Graduate Opportunity

Corby, Northamptonshire
Full-Time | Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026

Are you a graduate considering a career in teaching but looking to gain classroom experience before committing to teacher training?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a number of welcoming secondary schools in Corby that are looking for ambitious graduates to join them as Aspiring Teachers. This is an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand experience in education, develop your confidence in the classroom, and build the skills needed for a successful teaching career.

Whether you're planning to apply for a PGCE, School Direct, or another teacher training route in the future, this role will provide valuable insight into life in a secondary school.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Aspiring Teacher, you'll work closely with teachers and students across the school, helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting students in lessons across a range of subjects

  • Delivering targeted interventions to small groups and individual learners

  • Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities

  • Encouraging student engagement and academic progress

  • Helping to manage behaviour and maintain a productive learning environment

  • Building positive relationships with students, staff, and parents

  • Developing your understanding of teaching, learning, and classroom practice

Who We're Looking For

This role is ideal for graduates who:

  • Hold a degree in any subject area

  • Are considering a future career in teaching

  • Have strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Are enthusiastic, resilient, and eager to learn

  • Enjoy working with young people and supporting their development

  • Have experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)

Why Join Tradewind?

  • Competitive daily rates of pay

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

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

  • Opportunities to progress into teacher training and permanent school roles

  • Experience within supportive and well-established secondary schools

If you're passionate about education and want to take the first step towards becoming a teacher, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to begin your journey through Tradewind Recruitment's Aspiring Teacher pathway.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.