Maths Intervention Teacher

Teach Now; Watford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now in Watford, Hertfordshire is seeking a dedicated Maths Intervention Specialist to support KS3/GCSE learners with focused, small-group tutoring that builds understanding and confidence. You will identify gaps, tailor explanations, and deliver practice in accessible steps for each pupil.

The role requires Qualified Teacher Status and strong maths knowledge, with experience teaching secondary-level maths.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status with strong mathematics knowledge for secondary-level intervention.
• Experience teaching KS3 and/or GCSE maths in a school setting.
• Experience assessing understanding and adapting teaching to address learning gaps.
• Ability to plan and deliver effective small-group teaching.
• Availability to work five full days each week.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver targeted maths interventions for groups of up to four pupils.
• Strengthen KS3 and GCSE pupils understanding and prepare them for further study.
• Assess prior knowledge and use findings to shape future sessions.
• Explain concepts clearly through manageable steps and purposeful practice.
• Monitor progress and adapt activities to individual needs.
• Build pupils' confidence while maintaining clear expectations for learning.

Skills

Maths knowledge

KS3/GCSE experience

Small-group teaching

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Position: Maths Intervention Specialist Teacher

Contract Type: Full-time, permanent or temporary

Start Date: 05/10/2026

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, UK

Salary: £35,602 (M1)–£54,328 (U3) per annum, London Fringe pay scale

Salary depends on experience and pay scale position. The maximum applies to candidates with substantial teaching experience.

Hours: 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only

Contact: Danna Crous | (url removed)

About the Role

Help young people overcome barriers to learning as a Maths Intervention Specialist at a school in Watford. Teaching groups of up to four pupils, you will deliver focused, personalised support that builds mathematical understanding and confidence.

You will work with Key Stage 3 pupils aged 11–14 and GCSE pupils aged 14–16, identifying gaps and breaking concepts into manageable steps. Small groups allow you to tailor explanations, provide time for practice and questions, and adjust sessions as pupils progress.

This Maths Intervention Specialist role suits a qualified maths or primary teacher with strong subject knowledge and experience teaching secondary-age pupils. A supportive ethos and structured environment will help you focus on purposeful teaching, combining high expectations with patience and encouragement.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status and strong mathematics knowledge relevant to secondary-level intervention.
• Experience teaching KS3 and/or GCSE maths in a school setting.
• Experience assessing understanding and adapting teaching to address learning gaps.
• Ability to plan and deliver effective small-group teaching.
• Availability to work five full days each week.
• Right to work in the UK and willingness to complete required safeguarding checks.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver targeted maths interventions for groups of up to four pupils.
• Strengthen KS3 and GCSE pupils understanding and prepare them for further study.
• Assess prior knowledge and use findings to shape future sessions.
• Explain concepts clearly through manageable steps and purposeful practice.
• Monitor progress and adapt activities to individual needs.
• Build pupils confidence while maintaining clear expectations for learning.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a patient, encouraging Maths Intervention Specialist who helps pupils feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes and trying again. Flexible in your teaching approach, you will build positive relationships through warmth and consistency, maintain high expectations and recognise that progress takes time.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We promote equality, challenge discrimination and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance.