Maths Graduate

Flourish Education; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Pension contributions

Safeguarding training

Refer a Friend bonus

Training & development

Job summary

Flourish Education is seeking Maths Graduates with a UK university degree and a solid understanding of the UK secondary Maths curriculum to work as Teaching Assistants, Maths Intervention Tutors and Cover Supervisors in Smethwick and surrounding areas.

These roles offer part-time, flexible and longer-term opportunities within a secondary school setting, with the chance to gain valuable experience before teacher training. Flexible hours and regular support are provided.

Qualifications

• Maths degree from a UK university.
• Strong understanding of the UK secondary Maths curriculum.
• Ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly and accessibly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one Maths support.
• Working with small groups of pupils.
• Delivering targeted Maths interventions.
• Supporting KS3 and KS4 pupils.
• Supporting GCSE Maths revision and booster sessions.
• Helping pupils prepare for GCSE examinations.
• Building positive relationships with pupils from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Maths degree

UK curriculum knowledge

KS3/KS4 knowledge

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

UK university degree

Job description

Flourish Education are currently recruiting Maths Graduates with a UK university degree and a good understanding of the UK secondary Maths curriculum to work as Teaching Assistants, Maths Intervention Tutors and Cover Supervisors within secondary schools across Smethwick and the surrounding areas.

Are you a Maths Graduate who qualified in the UK and is looking for a flexible way to gain valuable secondary school experience? Perhaps you are considering teacher training and want to experience life in a school before committing to an ITT course. Alternatively, you may be looking for a part-time role working with young people where you can put your Maths degree to good use.

This opportunity is based within a secondary school in Smethwick, where you will support pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4. The school has a diverse pupil community, and the role would suit a graduate who is confident building positive relationships with young people from a wide range of backgrounds.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Maths Graduate who can make mathematical concepts accessible and engaging. The role could involve supporting pupils individually or in small groups, delivering Maths interventions, helping with GCSE revision or providing additional support to pupils who need help with particular areas of the Maths curriculum.

With part-time, flexible and longer-term opportunities available, this role is ideal for graduates who want to gain experience within education while maintaining flexibility around their other commitments.

The role will involve:

• Providing one-to-one Maths support
• Working with small groups of pupils
• Delivering targeted Maths interventions
• Supporting KS3 and KS4 pupils
• Supporting GCSE Maths revision and booster sessions
• Helping pupils prepare for GCSE examinations
• Supporting pupils with areas such as algebra, geometry, number and statistics
• Helping pupils develop confidence and engagement in Maths
• Supporting pupils who have gaps in their mathematical knowledge
• Making complex mathematical concepts accessible to pupils
• Building positive relationships with pupils from a diverse range of backgrounds
• Working alongside Maths teachers and wider school staff
• Providing whole-class cover where required

Required Skills and Experience for this Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant role:

• Maths degree or closely related subject from a UK university
• Strong understanding of the UK secondary Maths curriculum
• Good knowledge of KS3 and KS4 Maths and GCSE content
• Strong Maths subject knowledge
• Ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly and in an accessible way
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and motivate young people
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils from diverse backgrounds
• Patient, positive and enthusiastic approach
• Professional and reliable approach
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Interest in education or teaching is desirable

Working for Flourish Education as a Teaching Assistant, you will receive:

• £92.59 to £105 day rate, which equates to approximately £17,340 to £20,475 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year
• Full time, flexible and part-time opportunities available
• Holiday Pay - for PAYE candidates, 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
• Pension Contributions
• Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training, including modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are working in schools
• The opportunity to gain valuable secondary school experience before progressing into teacher training

This Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity is based in Smethwick, with the school easily accessible from the surrounding areas of the West Midlands.

The role could be easily commutable from Smethwick, Oldbury, West Bromwich, Bearwood, Handsworth, Birmingham, Rowley Regis, Cradley Heath and surrounding areas.

This could be an ideal role for a Maths Graduate looking for part-time work in Smethwick, whether you are available for one or two days per week, looking for regular work around other commitments, or hoping to build experience before moving into teacher training.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.