Graduate Maths Teaching Assistant

KPI EDUCATION; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from experienced educators

Hands-on classroom experience

Progression toward teacher training

Supportive school environment

Job summary

KPI EDUCATION is seeking a proactive Graduate Maths Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Birmingham secondary school. This role offers valuable hands-on classroom experience while supporting pupils across the Maths curriculum and providing one-to-one and small-group support.

You will help stretch students, develop confidence, and work with experienced educators. A clear pathway toward teacher training and progression is available.

Qualifications

• A strong degree in Mathematics or a related subject, ideally at 2:1 or above.
• Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for Mathematics.
• The ability to communicate clearly and explain complex concepts in an accessible way.
• A passion for supporting young people and helping them succeed.
• A proactive, ambitious, and professional approach.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support students during Maths lessons alongside experienced teachers
• Provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support
• Help stretch high-achieving pupils through problem-solving and extension activities
• Assist with preparing engaging lesson resources and materials
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence and independence in Mathematics

Skills

Mathematics knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Job description

Graduate Maths Teaching Assistant

Birmingham | Full-Time | £20,000-£25,000 | Immediate or September start

Are you a high-achieving Mathematics graduate looking to inspire and challenge the next generation?

Would you like to turn your strong subject knowledge into meaningful classroom experience while exploring a future career in education?

Could you see yourself supporting pupils to build confidence, develop problem-solving skills, and achieve their full potential in Maths?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and high-calibre Graduate Maths Teaching Assistant to join an ambitious secondary school in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with a passion for Mathematics to gain hands‑on experience in the classroom while working alongside experienced teaching professionals.

You will support students across the secondary Maths curriculum, helping pupils strengthen their understanding while providing additional challenge and encouragement to those working at a higher level.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students during Maths lessons alongside experienced teachers

• Provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support

• Help stretch high-achieving pupils through problem-solving and extension activities

• Assist with preparing engaging lesson resources and materials

• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

• Encourage pupils to develop confidence and independence in Mathematics

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong degree in Mathematics or a related subject, ideally at 2:1 or above

• Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for Mathematics

• The ability to communicate clearly and explain complex concepts in an accessible way

• A passion for supporting young people and helping them succeed

• A proactive, ambitious, and professional approach

• The right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Valuable hands‑on classroom experience within a secondary school

• Mentoring and guidance from experienced educators

• Opportunities to support enrichment activities and develop your wider experience

• Potential involvement in Maths competitions and academic extension programmes

• A supportive environment for graduates considering teacher training

• Clear opportunities for professional development and progression within education