Science Graduate Teaching Opportunity | Northampton
Full-Time Role | February 2026 Start | Ideal for Aspiring Science Teachers
Are you a recent Science graduate looking to take your first step into education?
Would you like to gain hands-on classroom experience before progressing onto teacher training?
Tradewind Recruitment is working with a number of welcoming and supportive secondary schools in Northampton who are offering exciting full-time opportunities for Science graduates to join their teams from February 2026.
This role is ideal for aspiring teachers who want to build confidence in the classroom, support students in Science, and gain valuable school-based experience ahead of routes such as PGCE, SCITT, or School Direct.
The Role
As a Science Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:
1. Support the Science department across Key Stages 3 and 4
2. Work with small groups or on a 1:1 basis to reinforce key scientific concepts
3. Assist with classroom teaching, practical experiments, and lesson preparation
4. Help with marking and providing feedback under the guidance of qualified teachers
5. Take part in wider school life, including STEM clubs, revision sessions, and science enrichment activities
The Ideal Candidate
You will have:
6. A Science-related degree (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or similar) with a 2:2 or above
7. A positive, professional, and approachable attitude
8. Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
9. A genuine passion for education and inspiring young people
10. A clear ambition to pursue a career in teaching
11. Reliability, enthusiasm, and commitment to working in a school environment
What Tradewind Offers
12. A paid, full-time role in a Northampton secondary school
13. Access to 2,500+ free CPD courses through The National College
14. Valuable classroom experience to strengthen PGCE, SCITT, or QTS applications
15. Ongoing support from experienced school staff
16. Guidance from a dedicated Tradewind consultant throughout your placement
Ready to Start Your Teaching Journey?
If you're a Science graduate eager to inspire young minds and explore a future in education, this role is the perfect starting point.
Apply today to explore Science Graduate Teaching opportunities in Northampton starting February 2026.