Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Tower Hamlets, East London. The role involves supporting maths lessons, providing 1:1 and small group support, and assisting with planning and activities. Ideal for someone aiming to train as a teacher, with a Maths degree and a proactive, flexible approach.

Start ASAP / ongoing, full-time term-time only. Salary is competitive and dependent on experience, with progression opportunities into salaried teacher

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Mathematics or related subject (2:1+ preferred).
• Aspiration to pursue a career in teaching.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and flexible attitude.
• Experience with young people is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Maths lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students.
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom activities.
• Help manage behaviour and maintain a focused learning environment.
• Encourage student confidence, participation and academic progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Mathematics or related subject

Job description

Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant - Tower Hamlets - East London

Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing

Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Are you a Maths graduate eager to gain hands-on classroom experience before training to become a teacher?

I am working with a secondary school in Tower Hamlets seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant. This role is perfectly suited to an aspiring Maths teacher looking to develop their skills and gain meaningful school experience ahead of a PGCE or other teacher training pathway.

The Role:

• Supporting the delivery of engaging and effective Maths lessons
• Providing 1:1 and small group support to students of varying abilities
• Assisting with lesson planning and classroom activities
• Helping to manage behaviour and maintain a focused learning environment
• Encouraging student confidence, participation, and academic progress

What The School Are Looking For:

• A degree in Mathematics or a closely related subject (2:1 or above preferred)
• A clear ambition to pursue a career in teaching
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, proactive, and flexible attitude
• Any prior experience working with young people is advantageous but not essential

Why This Role?

• A fantastic stepping stone into teaching
• Valuable, practical classroom experience in supportive schools
• Opportunities to progress into salaried teacher training routes
• Make a real difference in students' academic journeys

If you're passionate about Maths and ready to take the first step towards a career in education.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy