Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Pay: Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their full potential?
Do you want to build a long-term career in education while making a positive impact on students' learning, confidence, and wellbeing?
We are working with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Northampton that is looking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join its permanent team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced staff, support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, and develop your career within a supportive school environment.
The Role
Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons across a range of subjects
Working with students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups to reinforce learning and improve confidence
Providing additional support for pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and other additional learning needs
Assisting with classroom management and promoting positive behaviour
Helping students develop independence, resilience, and engagement with their learning
Contributing to a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
This Role Could Be Ideal If You
Are considering a long-term career in teaching, educational psychology, SEND support, or pastoral care
Want to gain valuable experience in a secondary school setting
Enjoy working with young people and supporting their academic and personal development
Are looking to transition into education from another child-focused role
We Are Looking For Someone Who
Is enthusiastic, patient, and approachable
Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Is reliable, proactive, and works well as part of a team
Can build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents
Has experience working with young people through education, childcare, coaching, youth work, or care settings (desirable but not essential)
What the Role Offers
A full-time, permanent position starting in September 2026
The opportunity to join a welcoming and well-resourced secondary school in Northampton
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Free access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses through The National College
Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
Excellent career progression opportunities into teaching, pastoral support, SEND, and wider education roles
Develop Your Skills with Tradewind
As a Tradewind Teaching Assistant, you'll have free access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses through The National College. These include Autism Awareness, Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Mental Health in Schools, and many more to support your professional development.
If you're ready to begin a rewarding permanent career in education and make a lasting difference to young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this permanent Teaching Assistant opportunity in Northampton starting in September 2026
Salary description
£18152.00 - £18437.00 per year