Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant
Location: Brent, London
Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a Maths graduate looking to gain paid, hands-on classroom experience before progressing into teacher training? This Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant role offers an excellent pathway into secondary education, providing invaluable experience ahead of PGCE, School Direct, or salaried teacher training routes.
You will join a supportive and ambitious secondary school in Brent, working with students aged 11-16 (KS3 & KS4) to raise attainment, build confidence, and support progression in Maths.
This is an ideal opportunity for graduates seeking long-term careers in teaching or education.
The Role
As a Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:
Support Maths teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions for students requiring additional support
Work closely with class teachers to support lesson delivery and learning outcomes
Assist with lesson preparation, resources, and classroom organisation
Promote positive behaviour and maintain a focused learning environment
Support students with classwork, homework, and GCSE exam preparation
Contribute to enrichment activities and wider school life
Person Specification
We are looking for a Maths Graduate who:
Holds a degree in Maths or a closely related subject
Has a genuine interest in education, teaching, and student development
Has experience working with secondary-aged students
(e.g. tutoring, mentoring, volunteering, summer schools, youth work, or prior TA experience)
Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills
Is reliable, proactive, and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude towards learning
Why Apply?
Gain essential school-based experience ahead of teacher training
Excellent preparation for PGCE, School Direct, and salaried routes
Work in a supportive secondary school with experienced teaching staff
Make a meaningful impact on students' academic progressIf you're a motivated Maths graduate ready to take the next step towards a career in teaching, apply now.
Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis - early applications are strongly encouraged.
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 interviewVeritas 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.
Disclaimer
'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