11 Education jobs in Northampton

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2025

Are you an inspiring Religious Education Teacher with a love of your subject and a commitment to nurturing thoughtful, reflective learners?

Do you thrive in a setting where academic excellence, pastoral care, and individual development are equally valued?

The Role

A well-regarded independent school in Swindon is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Religious Education Teacher to join its thriving Humanities Department from September 2025. Teaching across Key Stages 3 to 5, the successful candidate will inspire pupils to explore ethics, philosophy, and world religions in a setting that prioritises intellectual curiosity and moral reflection.

This is a superb opportunity for a talented educator to contribute to a subject that is central to the school’s holistic and values-led approach to education. You will enjoy small class sizes, motivated pupils, and the freedom to shape your teaching with creativity and academic rigour.

The School

This charming and characterful day school is situated in a picturesque setting , offering an exceptional learning environment where pupils are supported both academically and personally. With a strong emphasis on individual care and close-knit community values, the school encourages a culture of kindness, curiosity, and integrity.

Parents and pupils alike appreciate the school’s balanced approach to education – combining traditional values with a forward-thinking curriculum. Staff benefit from a warm, collaborative working environment where professional development and teacher well-being are genuinely prioritised.

What the School Offers

• p>Small class sizes and a strong focus on pupil-teacher relationships

• A supportive and collegial staffroom with a shared commitment to high-quality education

• Excellent CPD opportunities and encouragement to develop your subject expertise

• A well-resourced department with the freedom to enrich and extend the curriculum

• Work-life balance initiatives and flexible working arrangements, where possible

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will bring a passion for Religious Education , the ability to inspire critical thinking, and a deep commitment to pastoral care. You should also demonstrate:

• A good Honours degree in Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy, or a related field

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE with QTS or equivalent)

• Experience teaching RE at KS3–KS5, preferably in a high-achieving school

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• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

• A reflective and collaborative teaching style

Application

If you are a compassionate and academically minded Religious Education Teacher looking to join a school that values personal development as highly as academic achievement, we warmly invite you to apply.

Please submit your CV and a short covering letter at your earliest convenience to be considered for this rare and rewarding opportunity.

Job Opportunity: Education Funding Team Manager
Location: Northamptonshire
Rate: 270/day Umbrella | 209.60/day PAYE
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Contract: Temporary - 12 Weeks
Start: ASAP

Are you a skilled finance professional with a strong understanding of education funding and local authority processes? Want to lead a team that plays a critical role in supporting children and young people across West Northamptonshire?

We are looking for an experienced Education Funding Team Manager to join the Children and Young People's Services team.

This is your chance to use your leadership and financial expertise to manage vital funding processes that help schools and education providers deliver high-quality support.

• Lead a team responsible for delivering timely and accurate education funding payments across the council's Children and Young People's Services.

• Drive business continuity, risk management, and ensure compliance with local authority standards.

• Oversee the implementation of High Needs funding strategies with a wide range of education providers.

• Collaborate with Schools Finance and strategic partners to maximise DSG (Dedicated Schools Grant) funding and support its distribution.

• Provide expert advice and analysis on budget forecasting, funding trends, and financial risk management.

• Handle FOIs, benchmarking requests, and prepare impactful reports for senior management.

• Ensure financial processes are robust, well-documented, and aligned with audit requirements.

• Solid understanding of local authority education policy and Children's Services operations.

• Strong knowledge of financial management, including budget planning, forecasting, and complex payment systems.

• Proven experience in leading teams and driving continuous improvement.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, and financial/education systems.

• Confidence to liaise with internal teams, external education providers, and senior leadership.

• Experience managing responses to FOIs, audits, and strategic reporting.

If you're ready to step into a leadership role where your work directly supports education and young people across the region, we want to hear from you.

Job Opportunity: Education Funding Team Manager
Location: Northamptonshire
Rate: 270/day Umbrella | 209.60/day PAYE
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Contract: Temporary - 12 Weeks
Start: ASAP

Are you a skilled finance professional with a strong understanding of education funding and local authority processes? Want to lead a team that plays a critical role in supporting children and young people across West Northamptonshire?

We are looking for an experienced Education Funding Team Manager to join the Children and Young People's Services team.

This is your chance to use your leadership and financial expertise to manage vital funding processes that help schools and education providers deliver high-quality support.

• Lead a team responsible for delivering timely and accurate education funding payments across the council's Children and Young People's Services.

• Drive business continuity, risk management, and ensure compliance with local authority standards.

• Oversee the implementation of High Needs funding strategies with a wide range of education providers.

• Collaborate with Schools Finance and strategic partners to maximise DSG (Dedicated Schools Grant) funding and support its distribution.

• Provide expert advice and analysis on budget forecasting, funding trends, and financial risk management.

• Handle FOIs, benchmarking requests, and prepare impactful reports for senior management.

• Ensure financial processes are robust, well-documented, and aligned with audit requirements.

• Solid understanding of local authority education policy and Children's Services operations.

• Strong knowledge of financial management, including budget planning, forecasting, and complex payment systems.

• Proven experience in leading teams and driving continuous improvement.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, and financial/education systems.

• Confidence to liaise with internal teams, external education providers, and senior leadership.

• Experience managing responses to FOIs, audits, and strategic reporting.

If you're ready to step into a leadership role where your work directly supports education and young people across the region, we want to hear from you.

• To ensure the Education Funding Team meets payment deadlines and maintains payment processes so that all agreed payments are completed for all of Children and Young Peoples Services and ongoing development of systems and processes.
• Lead on business continuity and risk management processes, funding and payment processes for CYP Services, ensuring escalations to WNC Leadership Team a.

Inspire, Motivate, Move - Join as a PE and Outdoor Education Instructor in Bedford.

Are you a passionate and inclusive PE Instructor or qualified PE Teacher in Bedford who thrives on encouraging physical activity, teamwork, and confidence in young people in the education and training environment?

We are seeking a dedicated professional to deliver engaging PE and outdoor Education instructor to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities in the education ands training sector in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing and ambitious school community in a modern, purpose-built learning environment in the education and training environment.

PE and Outdoor Education Instructor / Teacher of PE

Start Date: Autumn Term 2025

Sector: Education and Training

Location: Bedford

Salary (Instructor): 31,586 - 34,314 FTE (Pay award pending)

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only + 5 INSET days

Salary: In line with the National Teachers' Pay Scales

What You'll Get:

• A supportive, nurturing team culture committed to staff wellbeing
• Access to ongoing CPD, including training in SEND, behaviour support, and curriculum planning
• A modern, well-equipped environment with ample space for sports and outdoor learning
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils who benefit from an active, therapeutic curriculum

What We're Looking For:

• A relevant degree or teaching qualification (QTS is required for the Teacher of PE route)
• Experience working with children or young people, preferably in an SEN, PRU, or inclusive setting
• A solid understanding of inclusive PE practice, behaviour management, and trauma-informed support
• A flexible, proactive approach with a genuine passion for physical activity and holistic development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Ability to commute to Bedford

About the Role:

• As our PE and Outdoor Education Instructor / Teacher of PE, you will:
• Deliver accessible and inclusive PE lessons and outdoor learning experiences to pupils aged 7-16
• Support pupils in achieving progress relative to their individual starting points, both physically and socially
• Plan safe, creative sessions that promote teamwork, self-confidence, physical literacy, and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with classroom staff and therapists to integrate physical learning with wider personal development goals
• Monitor and track pupils' progress, adapting activities to suit diverse needs and abilities

This PE and Outdoor Education Instructor role is subject to enhanced DBS clearance, right to work checks, social media screening, and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Inspire, Motivate, Move - Join as a PE and Outdoor Education Instructor in Bedford.

Are you a passionate and inclusive PE Instructor or qualified PE Teacher in Bedford who thrives on encouraging physical activity, teamwork, and confidence in young people in the education and training environment?

We are seeking a dedicated professional to deliver engaging PE and outdoor Education instructor to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities in the education ands training sector in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing and ambitious school community in a modern, purpose-built learning environment in the education and training environment.

PE and Outdoor Education Instructor / Teacher of PE

Start Date: Autumn Term 2025

Sector: Education and Training

Location: Bedford

Salary (Instructor): 31,586 - 34,314 FTE (Pay award pending)

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only + 5 INSET days

Salary: In line with the National Teachers' Pay Scales

What You'll Get:

• A supportive, nurturing team culture committed to staff wellbeing
• Access to ongoing CPD, including training in SEND, behaviour support, and curriculum planning
• A modern, well-equipped environment with ample space for sports and outdoor learning
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils who benefit from an active, therapeutic curriculum

What We're Looking For:

• A relevant degree or teaching qualification (QTS is required for the Teacher of PE route)
• Experience working with children or young people, preferably in an SEN, PRU, or inclusive setting
• A solid understanding of inclusive PE practice, behaviour management, and trauma-informed support
• A flexible, proactive approach with a genuine passion for physical activity and holistic development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Ability to commute to Bedford

About the Role:

• As our PE and Outdoor Education Instructor / Teacher of PE, you will:
• Deliver accessible and inclusive PE lessons and outdoor learning experiences to pupils aged 7-16
• Support pupils in achieving progress relative to their individual starting points, both physically and socially
• Plan safe, creative sessions that promote teamwork, self-confidence, physical literacy, and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with classroom staff and therapists to integrate physical learning with wider personal development goals
• Monitor and track pupils' progress, adapting activities to suit diverse needs and abilities

This PE and Outdoor Education Instructor role is subject to enhanced DBS clearance, right to work checks, social media screening, and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.