Unqualified Teacher - Multiple Secondary Schools - Northampton

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time | Temporary | Temp-to-Permanent

Are you passionate about education and looking to gain valuable classroom experience within a secondary school?

Do you have the confidence to lead a classroom, build positive relationships with young people, and create a calm, purposeful learning environment?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently working with multiple secondary schools across Northampton who are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Unqualified Teachers to join their teams on a full-time basis, starting ASAP.

These roles offer temporary positions with the potential to become permanent, making them an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to establish themselves within secondary education and develop a long-term career in teaching.

The positions would be particularly well suited to graduates, Cover Supervisors, Teaching Assistants, tutors, sports coaches, youth workers, mentors, or aspiring teachers who are looking to develop their classroom experience and take the next step towards a career in education.

Working alongside experienced teachers and school leaders, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in lesson delivery, classroom management, behaviour management, student engagement, and supporting pupil progress.

These opportunities are also ideal for candidates considering a PGCE, SCITT, School Direct, or another teacher training route, while offering the potential to secure a longer-term position within a supportive school environment.

The Role

• Deliver pre-planned lessons to students across KS3 and KS4.

• Lead whole-class learning when covering lessons for the regular classroom teacher.

• Establish and maintain a calm, structured, and positive learning environment.

• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and consistently.

• Encourage students to remain focused, engaged, and motivated.

• Support students with their academic progress and personal development.

• Build positive and professional relationships with students and colleagues.

• Work closely with qualified teachers and support staff to provide effective learning and pastoral support.

• Adapt confidently to different classroom environments and teaching requirements.

• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and behaviour expectations.

• Contribute positively to the wider school community.

• Participate in relevant training and professional development opportunities.

About You

• Experience working with children or young people through education, tutoring, coaching, mentoring, youth work, or a similar setting.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Confident taking responsibility for a classroom and leading groups of students.

• A positive, professional, and enthusiastic approach to education.

• Good organisation, adaptability, and resilience.

• The ability to establish positive relationships while maintaining clear and consistent expectations.

• A genuine interest in supporting young people and helping them achieve their potential.

• A willingness to learn and develop your teaching practice.

• A reliable and committed team player who wants to make a positive difference to students' lives.

What's On Offer

• Multiple full-time Unqualified Teacher opportunities across secondary schools in Northampton.

• ASAP start dates available.

• Temporary positions with the potential for temp-to-permanent opportunities.

• Opportunities to work within a range of supportive and welcoming secondary schools.

• Competitive salary.

• Valuable classroom experience across KS3 and KS4.

• Support from experienced teachers and school leaders.

• Access to high-quality CPD and professional development.

• Excellent preparation for candidates considering formal teacher training.

• Potential progression towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind Recruitment education consultant.

Professional Development

These roles provide an excellent opportunity to develop the practical skills and experience required for a successful career in education.

You will gain hands-on experience in classroom management, lesson delivery, behaviour strategies, student engagement, safeguarding, supporting diverse learners, and effective communication.

Through Tradewind Recruitment, you will also have access to free CPD through The National College, with over 2,500 accredited courses covering areas including safeguarding, behaviour management, SEND, adaptive teaching, curriculum development, and effective classroom practice.

Whether you are a recent graduate looking to gain school experience, an experienced Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor ready to take the next step, or an aspiring teacher preparing for teacher training, these opportunities offer an excellent route into secondary education.

If you are available to start ASAP and are looking for a full-time Unqualified Teacher position in Northampton, apply today to find out more about the opportunities currently available across our partner schools.

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