Science & Maths Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Swindon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a Science & Maths Teaching Assistant for a prestigious secondary school in West London. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support to students, helping improve understanding and communication.

The role is full-time during term time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm, at a daily rate of 100–110 GBP. A bachelor's degree in Science or Maths is required; DBS checks and right to work in the UK are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science/Maths or related field.
• Experience with young people in educational settings is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Enthusiasm for working with young people and supporting their development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to students and staff.
• Subject to Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students, focusing on subject understanding and communication.
• Collaborate with Science and Maths teachers to deliver engaging lessons tailored to student needs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment to promote engagement and participation.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities related to English (where applicable).

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Maths

Job description

Science & Maths Teaching Assistant

Secondary School in West London

100 to 110 per day

Mon to Fri 8.30am to 4.30pm

Full Time Term Time

Are you a passionate Science or Maths graduate looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a prestigious academic school?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Science or Maths Graduate - Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team at a renowned secondary school in West London.

Responsibilities:

• Provide one‑on‑one and small‑group support to students, focusing on improving their subject understanding, communication skills, specifically with students who also have additional learning needs.
• Collaborate with Science and Maths teachers to deliver engaging and interactive lessons, catering to the individual needs of students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting student engagement and participation.
• Contribute to the school's extracurricular activities related to English, such as literary clubs, debating societies, or drama productions.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Science/Maths or a related field.
• Previous experience working with young people in an educational setting is advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Enthusiasm for working with young people and supporting their educational and personal development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'