Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant

A forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school in Newcastle is looking for a driven and analytical Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant to join the team.

This is a school that focuses on making learning practical, engaging, and relevant. Maths plays a key role in that, with lessons designed to build confidence, problem-solving skills, and real-world understanding for all students.

If you’re a Maths graduate who enjoys breaking down concepts and helping others “get it”, this is a brilliant opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience.

Newcastle
£92.63 – £110.18 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time | Immediate Start

The Role

As a Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students across KS3 and KS4 in Maths lessons
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to reinforce key concepts
• Help students build confidence with numeracy and problem-solving
• Support pupils with additional needs, including SEND and SEMH
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and resource preparation
• Encourage a positive and resilient approach to learning Maths

You’ll play a key role in helping students move from “I can’t do this” to “I’ve got it”.

What This School Is Like

Staff working here benefit from:

• A strong focus on engagement and practical learning
• A curriculum that connects Maths to real-life applications
• Supportive and approachable leadership
• A close-knit and collaborative staff team
• A structured environment with clear expectations

It’s a school where students are supported to build confidence step by step, and where staff are part of that journey.

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for:

• Maths graduates or those with strong numeracy skills
• Individuals considering teaching or working in education
• Those who enjoy problem-solving and explaining concepts
• People interested in supporting students with learning barriers
• Confident, patient individuals who can build rapport

No school experience is required. If you can explain things clearly and stay positive, you’ll be well suited to this role.

Pay & Benefits

• £92.63 – £110.18 per day (PAYE only)
• Weekly pay
• Immediate start
• FREE access to our CPD Academy, including behaviour, SEND, and classroom training
• Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

If you’re a Maths graduate looking to gain real classroom experience, build confidence, and explore a future in education, this could be the perfect next step.

Apply now or drop us a message to chat it through, we’ll keep things simple and help you find the right fit.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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