Full job descriptionTeaching Assistant - Northampton
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 TradewindAs 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.