Step into Teaching - Graduate Teacher - Kettering

Step Into Teaching - Graduate Programme

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Are you a recent graduate considering a career in teaching? Our Step Into Teaching Graduate Programme, delivered through Tradewind Recruitment in partnership with local secondary schools in Kettering, is designed to provide aspiring teachers with the classroom experience, training, and support needed to begin a successful career in education.

This programme is ideal for graduates who are exploring teacher training opportunities and want to gain valuable hands-on experience before committing to a PGCE, School Direct, or other teacher training pathway.

What Does the Programme Involve?

As part of the Step Into Teaching Graduate Programme, you will:

* Work alongside experienced teachers in a secondary school setting
* Support pupils in lessons, both individually and in small groups
* Assist with planning, classroom activities, and intervention sessions
* Develop key skills in behaviour management and student engagement
* Gain exposure to different teaching styles and subject areas
* Build the confidence and experience needed for future teacher training

Who Are We Looking For?

* Graduates from any degree discipline
* Individuals with a genuine passion for education and supporting young people
* Strong communicators who can build positive relationships with students and staff
* Enthusiastic, resilient, and proactive individuals keen to learn and develop
* Previous experience working with young people is beneficial but not essential

Programme Benefits

* Competitive daily pay rates
* Free access to professional development and CPD training through The National College
* Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind Recruitment consultant
* Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent school positions
* Guidance on teacher training routes and career progression within education

The Step Into Teaching Graduate Programme offers an excellent introduction to life in the classroom and provides a strong foundation for graduates looking to make a lasting impact in education.

Apply today and take your first step towards a rewarding teaching career in Kettering with Tradewind Recruitment.