Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant

Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant – East London Schools
Location: East London (Tower Hamlets, Newham, Hackney, Barking & Dagenham)
Position: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: GBP85-GBP100 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025

Are you a recent Maths graduate eager to inspire and support the next generation of learners?

Looking to gain hands-on classroom experience in a dynamic and inclusive school environment?
We are seeking ambitious and driven Maths graduates to work as Teaching Assistants across a range of forward-thinking primary and secondary schools in East London. This is the perfect role for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, or those passionate about working in education.

About the Role:
As a Maths Graduate Teaching Assistant, youll support students with varying levels of ability in and out of the classroom. Youll work closely with teachers, helping to deliver engaging lessons and run targeted numeracy interventions to raise pupil achievement.

Key Responsibilities:
· Assist in Maths lessons across Key Stages 2-4 (and potentially KS5)
· Work one-on-one or with small groups to support students who need extra help
· Provide additional support to pupils with SEN or EAL
· Help plan and lead Maths-focused activities or booster sessions
· Support teachers with classroom preparation, behaviour management, and pupil progress tracking

Ideal Candidate:
· A recent Maths graduate (2:2 or above)
· Strong academic background and clear communication skills
· A genuine interest in education and working with young people
· Positive, patient, and proactive approach to learning support
· Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential

Why Join Us?
· Gain meaningful experience in real school settings
· Ideal preparation for teacher training or educational careers
· Work in inclusive schools that value growth, diversity, and innovation
· Ongoing support and development from experienced educators

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
In-house Training and Development Team. If you have a friend who you think would be interested in this vacancy, then please refer them to us and you could earn GBP150 from our Refer a Friend scheme.

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.