Unqualified Maths Teacher - Northampton

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Supply with Potential for Permanent
Salary: £100-£165 per day, depending on experience and school requirements

Are you passionate about Mathematics and looking to take your first steps towards a career in teaching?

Do you have strong Maths subject knowledge and the confidence to inspire and support secondary school students, but don't yet hold Qualified Teacher Status?

Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a supportive secondary school in Northampton that is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Unqualified Maths Teacher to join their team from November 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Maths graduate, aspiring teacher, tutor, teaching assistant, or experienced educator who is looking to gain valuable classroom experience and develop their teaching skills within a supportive school environment.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers, develop your classroom practice, and gain valuable experience before progressing towards formal teacher training.

The Role

• Deliver engaging and well-structured Maths lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Use school-provided resources and lesson plans to support effective teaching and learning.

• Help students develop their mathematical knowledge, confidence, fluency, and problem-solving skills.

• Create a positive, calm, and purposeful learning environment.

• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of students with different abilities and learning needs.

• Support students with their classwork, homework, revision, and exam preparation.

• Build positive and professional relationships with students.

• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and consistently.

• Work collaboratively with experienced teachers and support staff.

• Contribute to intervention and catch-up programmes where required.

• Take an active role in the wider life of the school.

• Engage with professional development opportunities to further develop your teaching practice.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in Mathematics or a related subject, or strong demonstrable Maths subject knowledge.

• Experience working with young people through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, youth work, or education is desirable.

• The confidence and communication skills to engage effectively with secondary-aged students.

• A positive, patient, and adaptable approach.

• The ability to establish clear expectations and maintain positive behaviour.

• Strong organisational skills and a reliable approach to work.

• A genuine passion for Mathematics and education.

• A willingness to learn, develop, and take feedback from experienced teaching professionals.

• An interest in progressing towards a formal teaching qualification such as PGCE, SCITT, or school-based teacher training.

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

What's On Offer

• Full-time Unqualified Maths Teacher position from November 2026.

• Long-term supply placement with potential for a permanent position.

• The opportunity to gain meaningful classroom experience in a secondary school.

• Support and guidance from experienced teaching professionals.

• Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities.

• Competitive daily rate of £100-£165, depending on experience and school requirements.

• The opportunity to develop your classroom management and teaching skills.

• Valuable experience to support a future application for teacher training.

• Dedicated support from your Tradewind Recruitment education consultant throughout your placement.

Professional Development

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their confidence and experience before progressing into a formal teaching qualification.

Through Tradewind Recruitment, you will also have access to free CPD through The National College, including thousands of accredited courses covering areas such as behaviour management, safeguarding, SEND, classroom practice, and teaching strategies.

Whether you're a recent Maths graduate, experienced tutor, teaching assistant, cover supervisor, or aspiring teacher, this could be the ideal opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience and take the next step towards a rewarding career in education.

If you're passionate about Mathematics, enjoy working with young people, and are ready to develop your teaching career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this Unqualified Maths Teacher opportunity in Northampton, starting November 2026.