Job Description

Graduate Teaching Programme - Corby

Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time
Recruiter: Tradewind Recruitment

Launch Your Career in Education with Our Graduate Teaching Programme

Are you a recent graduate considering a career in teaching? Do you want to gain valuable classroom experience before embarking on teacher training?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a number of supportive and welcoming secondary schools in Corby to recruit ambitious graduates for our Graduate Teaching Programme. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in schools while developing the skills and confidence needed for a successful teaching career.

Whether you have recently completed a degree in English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Psychology, Sport, or another subject area, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support students in lessons across your specialist subject area

  • Deliver small group interventions and one-to-one support

  • Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management

  • Build positive relationships with students and staff

  • Gain exposure to different teaching strategies and educational settings

  • Develop the skills required for future teacher training programmes

What We Are Looking For

  • A degree (2:2 classification or above preferred)

  • A genuine passion for education and helping young people succeed

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • A proactive and enthusiastic attitude

  • Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers

  • Competitive daily rates of pay

  • Access to free CPD through The National College

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

  • Opportunities to progress into teacher training routes

  • Valuable classroom experience within local secondary schools

  • Flexible opportunities to suit your career goals

Why Join the Graduate Teaching Programme?

This programme is designed to bridge the gap between university and teacher training, providing graduates with practical classroom experience while helping schools support student achievement. Many of our graduates successfully progress into teacher training and long-term education careers.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career in education, apply today through Tradewind Recruitment.

For more information, please contact our education team to discuss the Graduate Teaching Programme in Corby.