Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant in Newcastle upon Tyne to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role involves working closely with teachers to deliver tailored Maths learning, while promoting independence and resilience. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Maths or a related subject, and strong communication skills. This position requires a commitment to safeguarding and offers a referral bonus of £100 for successful referrals.

Benefits

Referral bonus: £100 for successful referrals

Qualifications

• Degree in Maths or a closely related field is required.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Maths learning aligned to the national curriculum.
• Work one-to-one or in small groups.
• Assist the class teacher to deliver engaging Maths activities.
• Promote independence and resilience among students.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Resilience

Kindness and caring nature

Education

Degree in Maths or related subject

Job description

Job Title: Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant

Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEMH School

Are you a Maths graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in schools? A specialist SEMH school in Newcastle is seeking a motivated and resilient Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone considering a future in teaching or educational psychology.

As a Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to help pupils engage with Maths and build confidence in their learning. The school is keen to appoint a Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant who is patient, adaptable, and passionate about supporting vulnerable learners.

The Main Duties of the Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant Will Include:

Supporting pupils with Maths learning aligned to the national curriculum.

Working one-to-one or in small groups as a Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant.

Supporting and managing behaviour in a calm and consistent manner.

Assisting the class teacher to deliver engaging Maths activities.

Adapting learning resources to meet individual SEMH needs.

Promoting independence, resilience, and positive life skills as a Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant.

Providing a high standard of safeguarding and pastoral care in the Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant role.

The Ideal Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant Will:

Be available to work Monday to Friday.

Hold a degree in Maths or a related subject.

Be proactive, resilient, kind, and caring.

Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply).

Have a fully checkable work history.

Please be advised that this Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant position requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must satisfy safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to complete a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing high-quality Maths Graduate Teaching Assistants to SEMH schools across the North East. To apply for this Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant role, submit your up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

Referral Bonus: We are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of Teachers or Teaching Assistants.