Start Your Career in Education – Teaching Assistant Opportunity Daventry, Northamptonshire Full-time | Term-time only Thinking about a career in teaching but not sure where to start? This is your chance to step into the classroom, gain hands-on experience, and make a real difference from day one! We’re looking for a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our secondary school in Daventry as a Teaching Assistant —no prior school experience required, just the right attitude and a passion for working with young people. Why This Role is Perfect for You: A fantastic first step into teaching or education Gain valuable classroom experience every day Work alongside experienced teachers and learn on the job Build skills that open doors to teacher training and beyond What You’ll Be Doing: Supporting students in lessons across a range of subjects Helping to keep students engaged, focused, and motivated Working one-to-one or in small groups Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities Becoming a positive role model students can rely on What We’re Looking For: A passion for working with young people A positive, proactive attitude Strong communication skills and willingness to learn Confidence, patience, and a good sense of humour A desire to explore a future career in education What You’ll Gain: Real classroom experience (the best way to learn!) Ongoing support and training Insight into teaching as a career A rewarding role where no two days are the same Ready to Take the First Step? If you’re curious about teaching and want to make a meaningful impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply today and begin your journey into education! All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.