Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant

Gateshead
Start Date: September 2026
Full-Time
£90–£110 per day

Launch Your Career in Education

Are you a Maths graduate looking to gain meaningful classroom experience before progressing into Teaching, Educational Psychology, or further study in Education?

Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Maths graduates to support students across schools in the Newcastle area. This is a rewarding opportunity to inspire young people, build their confidence in numeracy and problem-solving, and make a genuine difference in their educational journey.

The Role

As a Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and students to provide tailored academic and pastoral support. You will play a key role in helping pupils develop confidence, resilience, and engagement within the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

Delivering targeted 1:1 and small-group Maths interventions
Supporting students with SEN, SEMH, and additional learning needs
Helping pupils build confidence in numeracy and analytical thinking
Assisting teachers with differentiated classroom support and interventions
Monitoring progress and communicating effectively with school staff
Contributing to a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for graduates who are:

Passionate about education and supporting young people
Holders of a Maths degree or a closely related subject
Patient, proactive, and compassionate in their approach
Strong communicators with excellent interpersonal skills
Interested in gaining valuable school-based experience

Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable, but not essential.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Competitive daily pay of £90–£110
Flexible start dates to suit your availability
Free CPD and training opportunities, including THRIVE training
Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
Excellent experience for careers in teaching, psychology, pastoral support, or education-based professions

Apply Today

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and gain hands-on experience within education, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with Teaching Personnel and start making a difference in the classroom.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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