Curriculum Support Officer - Secondary Schools, Northampton
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Start Date: April 2026
Contract Options: Full-Time | Permanent | Flexible / Part-Time

Are you looking to work in schools and make a real impact on students' learning?
Would you like to gain hands-on experience in a classroom while developing skills that support teaching and student progress?

A number of secondary schools in Northampton are seeking dedicated Curriculum Support Officers to join their teams from April 2026. This role is perfect for graduates, or individuals with experience supporting young people-such as teaching assistants, cover supervisors, learning mentors, youth workers, or school administrators-who are looking to grow a career in education.

The role offers a combination of classroom support and curriculum-focused responsibilities, allowing you to work closely with teaching and pastoral staff while gaining insight into school operations and student learning.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist teachers in delivering lessons across KS3 and KS4

Support students' engagement, understanding, and progress during lessons

Prepare lesson materials and curriculum resources as needed

Provide small-group or one-to-one support for students

Help maintain accurate records of attendance, assessments, and curriculum data

Collaborate with teaching staff, departments, and pastoral teams to support student outcomes

Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with children or young people in any setting

Confident communicator with the ability to support learning in the classroom

Organised, proactive, and professional

Interested in education and supporting curriculum delivery

Reliable, adaptable, and positive in approach

Considering progression into teaching, pastoral, or education support roles

Benefits:

Long-term, full-time, or flexible opportunities in Northampton secondary schools

Permanent positions available for suitable candidates

Competitive daily rates, paid weekly

Free access to CPD and accredited training in safeguarding, behaviour management, and SEND via The National College

Ongoing guidance from experienced education consultants

Clear pathways into teaching, cover supervision, or curriculum and pastoral roles

If you want to gain practical experience in schools while making a difference to students' learning, this is a great opportunity to start or advance your career in education.

Apply today for Curriculum Support Officer roles in Northampton - starting April 2026