Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant in Kettering, East Midlands

Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant – Kettering
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Up to £600 per week | Full-time

Are you graduating in 2025 with a 2:1 or higher from a Russell Group or Top 20 UK university?

Are you passionate about education and keen to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a teaching career?

A forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school in Kettering, part of a respected Multi Academy Trust, is offering a fantastic opportunity for high-achieving graduates to join as Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistants starting in September 2025.

This is a paid, full-time role designed to provide hands-on experience in the classroom. You’ll work alongside experienced teachers to support student learning, build your teaching skills, and gain valuable insight into the workings of a successful secondary school.

Subjects We’re Especially Keen to Support:

• Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

• Mathematics

• Modern Foreign Languages (Spanish preferred; some French)

• Geography

• Nutrition / Food Technology

• English

• History

What You’ll Gain:

• A full-time, paid role earning up to £600 per week

• Start date: September 2025

• Work in a well-connected Kettering school with a supportive and collaborative ethos

• Ongoing training, mentoring, and support from experienced educators

• Real-world classroom experience tailored for aspiring teachers

• Opportunities for career progression, including potential pathways into teacher training

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Supporting teaching and learning in your subject area, or more generally as required

• Working with students one-on-one or in small groups to improve understanding and engagement

• Assisting in lesson planning and classroom preparation

• Supporting positive behaviour and contributing to a constructive learning environment

• Developing a deep understanding of school operations, policy, and practice

Who We’re Looking For:

• Final-year students or recent graduates with a 2:1 or above

• Preferably from a Russell Group or Top 20 UK university

• A strong interest in education and working with young people

• Reliable, enthusiastic, and proactive

• Passionate about one or more of the listed subject areas

• Any prior experience working with children (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, coaching) is a bonus – but not essential

Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Ready to Apply?

If you're enthusiastic about working in a school and making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply Now’ or send your CV and a brief cover letter to Miranda at KPI Education to find out more.

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