Maths Teaching Assistant

RIBBONS AND REEVES; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,202 - 25,025; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong potential for progression into teacher training

Regular training sessions

Close-knit department environment

Job summary

RIBBONS AND REEVES is seeking a dedicated Maths Teaching Assistant in Haringey for a full-time position from September 2026 to July 2027. The candidate must hold at least a 2:1 degree in Mathematics or a related subject and possess strong communication skills. This role involves supporting teachers across key stages and assisting students in building confidence in Maths. The school offers structured training and a supportive environment aimed at enhancing educational outcomes. Salary ranges from £444 to £550 per week, term-time only, with potential for contract extension or teacher training.

Qualifications

• Previous child-centred experience is highly valued.
• Proactive and dependable individual needed.
• Genuine passion for helping young people succeed in Maths.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Maths teachers across KS3 and KS4.
• Working with small groups of pupils to reinforce key concepts.
• Providing targeted support to pupils with additional learning needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Enthusiasm for helping students

Ability to reinforce mathematical concepts

Education

2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university

Job description

Maths Teaching Assistant – Haringey – September 2026

This high-achieving secondary school in the London Borough of Haringey is rated Good by Ofsted and is recognised for its rigorous, well-sequenced Mathematics curriculum and strong culture of academic ambition. The Maths department has a proven track record of improving GCSE outcomes and places great emphasis on building numerical confidence and problem‑solving skills from Year 7 onwards. Staff work collaboratively in a supportive, professional environment where every member of the team – teaching and support staff alike – is valued and developed.

What the School Offers

• Subject-specific CPD and regular training sessions tailored to Maths support staff
• A well‑managed, structured school environment with clear and consistent behaviour expectations
• A thorough induction programme and ongoing mentoring for all new Maths Teaching Assistants
• A close‑knit Maths department where support staff contribute meaningfully to pupil progress
• Strong potential for progression into teacher training or an extended contract for high‑performing Maths Teaching Assistants

What the Role Involves

• Supporting Maths teachers across KS3 and KS4 to deliver engaging, structured lessons
• Working with small groups of pupils to reinforce key mathematical concepts and close gaps in understanding
• Providing targeted support to pupils with additional learning needs within the Maths classroom
• Tracking pupil engagement and feeding back observations to the class teacher regularly
• Helping pupils build confidence and resilience when tackling challenging mathematical problems

What the School is Looking For

The ideal Maths Teaching Assistant will hold a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university, ideally in Mathematics, a STEM subject, or a numerate discipline. Previous child‑centred experience is highly valued. The school is seeking a proactive, dependable, and enthusiastic Maths Teaching Assistant with strong communication skills and a genuine passion for helping young people succeed in Maths.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Salary and Contract Info

• £444‑£550 per week, pro rata to term time only
• Full‑time, long‑term contract from September 2026 to July 2027
• Term‑time only
• Potential for future teacher training or extended contracts following a successful placement

If you are a mathematically minded graduate looking to gain hands‑on secondary school experience in a thriving Haringey school, this Maths Teaching Assistant role could be the ideal first step towards a rewarding long‑term career in education.