Academic Tutor - Mathematics

Tradewind Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an Academic Mentor in Maths for a secondary school in Newham. The role focuses on delivering 1:1 and small-group Maths guidance to help students build confidence and improve GCSE outcomes.

The successful candidate will have a strong Maths background, experience tutoring or supporting secondary students, and excellent communication to foster positive relationships with learners and staff. This is a term-time, full-time position in East London.

Qualifications

• Strong Maths background
• Experience tutoring or supporting secondary school students
• Good knowledge of GCSE Maths
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 Maths support to students
• Lead small-group Maths sessions
• Support GCSE Maths revision and exams preparation
• Monitor student progress and report to teachers
• Collaborate with Maths staff and pastoral teams
• Assist with Year 11 after-school support
• Support Homework Club and Maths trips/activities
• Contribute to Maths-based competitions and events

Skills

Maths background

1:1 & small-group support

GCSE Maths knowledge

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Passion for helping students

Secondary tutoring experience

Job description

Academic Mentor - Maths

Location: Newham, East London
Start Date: Week commencing 28th September 2026
Contract: Until August 2027
Working Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Full-time, term time only
Salary: Negotiable!

We are currently recruiting for an Academic Mentor in Maths to join a secondary school in Newham.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong Maths background who is passionate about supporting students and helping them achieve their academic potential.

The Role

As a Maths Academic Mentor, you will provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping students improve their mathematical knowledge, confidence and exam skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group Maths support
• Support students with GCSE Maths
• Identify learning gaps and provide targeted intervention
• Support students with exam preparation and revision
• Monitor and record student progress
• Work closely with Maths teachers and pastoral staff
• Deliver Year 11 after-school intervention sessions
• Support the school's Homework Club
• Assist with Maths trips and competitions
• Support morning Maths tutor groups

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong academic background in Maths
• Experience supporting or tutoring secondary school students
• Good knowledge of GCSE Maths
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with students
• A passion for helping young people make progress