Support Workers - Step Into an Education Career
Opportunities Across Northampton Schools
Join Tradewind Recruitment Today
Are you a Support Worker looking for a meaningful change in direction? Do you enjoy empowering young people, building trust, and making a difference in someone's day? Your skills are highly valued in education, and Tradewind Recruitment is here to help you make a smooth and successful transition.
We are seeking motivated, caring and confident individuals to support pupils across Northampton in both mainstream and specialist school settings. Whether you have experience in care, residential support, mental health services, SEN support or youth work, your background provides an excellent foundation for working with children and young people in schools.
What you'll be doing:
Providing emotional, behavioural and learning support to pupils
Guiding students through challenges and celebrating progress
Building positive, stable relationships that help students thrive
Supporting teachers with classroom routines and lesson activities
Helping to create a safe, encouraging and inclusive environment
Why choose Tradewind:
Competitive pay and flexible working patterns
Temp-to-perm and long-term roles available for the right candidate
Access to high-quality CPD courses, including SEN and behaviour training
One-to-one support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunities to progress into HLTA, SEN specialist roles or teacher training
We're looking for people who:
Have a background in support, care, mental health, SEN, youth work or a similar field
Are calm, patient and able to form positive relationships
Can adapt to different needs, routines and school environments
Are enthusiastic about helping children succeed
Are willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check
If you're excited to explore a new, rewarding path in education, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join Tradewind Recruitment and start your journey in Northampton's schools