Full Job Description
Science Graduate Teaching Opportunity | Northampton
Full-Time Role | October 2025 Start | Ideal for Aspiring Science Teachers
Are you a recent Science graduate looking to take your first step into education?
Tradewind Recruitment is working with several welcoming secondary schools in Northampton offering exciting full-time opportunities for Science graduates to gain hands-on classroom experience starting October 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring teachers to support students in Science, gain invaluable school-based experience, and prepare for future teacher training routes such as a PGCE, SCITT, or School Direct programme.
What You'll Be Doing:
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Supporting the Science department in delivering lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
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Leading small group or 1:1 intervention sessions to reinforce key scientific concepts
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Assisting with classroom activities, practical experiments, and lesson planning
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Helping to mark work and provide feedback under teacher guidance
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Getting involved in wider school life, including STEM clubs, revision sessions, or science-themed enrichment
Who We're Looking For:
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A recent Science graduate (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related subject) with a 2:2 degree or above
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A clear communicator with a positive, supportive, and professional attitude
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Someone with a genuine passion for education and a desire to make a difference
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An aspiring teacher keen to gain school-based experience before applying for formal teacher training
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Reliable, enthusiastic, and eager to learn within a school environment
What Tradewind Offers:
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A paid, full-time role in a Northampton secondary school
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Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College
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Valuable classroom experience ideal for future PGCE, SCITT, or QTS applications
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Support from experienced school staff and a dedicated Tradewind consultant
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A rewarding opportunity to develop key teaching skills and explore a future in education
Ready to Start Your Journey Toward Teaching?
If you're a Science graduate who's passionate about inspiring young minds and considering a career in teaching, this role is the perfect place to start.
Apply today to explore Science Graduate Teaching opportunities in Northampton starting October 2025.