Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant in Kettering

Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant – Kettering

Location: Kettering
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Up to £570 per week | Full-time

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

Are you passionate about education and eager to gain hands-on classroom experience before training to become a teacher?

A progressive and inclusive secondary school in Kettering—part of a highly regarded Multi Academy Trust—is looking for enthusiastic graduates to join their team as Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistants starting in September 2025.

The Role

This is a full-time, paid opportunity designed to immerse you in the daily life of a secondary school. You’ll support experienced teachers, work directly with students, and gain real insight into the teaching profession—perfect for anyone considering a future in education.

Subjects in High Demand

We’re particularly interested in graduates with strengths in:

• Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

• Mathematics

• Modern Foreign Languages (Spanish preferred; French also considered)

• Geography

• Nutrition / Food Technology

• English

• History

What You’ll Gain

• A paid position earning up to £570 per week

• Start date: September 2025

• A supportive school environment with a collaborative ethos

• Mentorship, training, and ongoing guidance from experienced teachers

• Practical classroom experience ideal for aspiring teachers

• Clear pathways into teacher training and long-term career development

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist teaching and learning across your subject area or more generally as needed

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support to students

• Help with lesson planning and classroom prep

• Promote positive behaviour and a constructive learning atmosphere

• Learn the inner workings of school life—from policy to practice

Who We’re Looking For

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

• Preferably from a Russell Group or Top 20 UK university

• Passionate about education and supporting young people

• Reliable, enthusiastic, and proactive

• Interest in one or more of the subject areas listed

• Any experience working with children (e.g., tutoring, coaching, mentoring) is a bonus—not a requirement

• Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Ready to Apply?

If you're excited about a future in teaching and want to make a difference in the classroom, we’d love to hear from you.

Click ‘Apply Now’ or send your CV and a short cover letter to Miranda at KPI Education to learn more.

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