Maths and Numeracy Tutor

RAINHILL HIGH SCHOOL; St Helens; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated secondary school in St Helens is seeking a passionate Maths and Numeracy Tutor to join their team. The role involves delivering targeted support to KS3 and KS4 students, focusing on building confidence and overcoming learning barriers. The successful candidate will have a degree in Maths or a closely related subject and strong communication skills. This full-time position is on a fixed-term contract until August 2026, with applications open until January 9, 2026.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in Maths or a closely related subject.
• Previous experience working in an educational setting is desirable.
• Emotionally resilient, adaptable, and committed to helping learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality maths tuition sessions to small groups and 1‑1.
• Support KS3 and KS4 pupils in overcoming barriers to learning.
• Provide interventions to build student confidence.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to motivate and encourage young people

Implementation of intervention strategies

Team player

Emotional resilience

Education

Degree level education in Maths or related subject

Job description

Are you passionate about helping young people develop confidence and succeed in Maths? We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Maths and Numeracy Tutor to join our team. You will work closely with students who need targeted support to strengthen their numeracy skills, build confidence, and overcome barriers to learning. This is a rewarding role where you will see the impact of your work every day.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting KS3 and KS4 pupils that may have encountered barriers to learning by delivering quality maths tuition sessions to small groups and 1‑1 individual learning. You will provide intervention to enable students to build confidence and access targeted support.

This position is offered on a full‑time, fixed‑term contract until 31st August 2026 and is subject to continued Pupil Premium funding.

About You

• Educated to degree level in Maths or a closely related subject (essential)
• Previous experience of working in an educational setting (desirable but not essential)
• An excellent communicator who can motivate and encourage young people
• Able to implement intervention strategies effectively (essential)
• A strong team player who can work well with staff and students
• Emotionally resilient, adaptable, and committed to helping learners overcome challenges
• Committed to equality, diversity and inclusive practice
• Experience working with young people or in a school/college setting

Why Rainhill High School?

At Rainhill we live by our values – Learn, Think, Contribute, Care. We are proud of our reputation for excellence and inclusion, and you will be part of a dedicated, welcoming team that makes a real difference every day. Our vision is one of excellence for everyone, pupils and staff. We believe that by working together we can make a positive difference to children's lives.

Key Dates

Closing date: 9am on Friday 9th January 2026
Interviews: Friday 16th January 2026

Apply Now

Apply online: https://rainhillhighschool.org.uk/about/rhs-vacancies
Email applications to: [e-mail]

Rainhill High School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosing & Barring Certificate and online searches as part of our Safer Recruitment & Selection Procedures.