At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students in Maths lessons and help them prepare for GCSEs.
- Company: Welcoming secondary school in Manchester with a strong Maths department.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, teacher training pathway, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and make a real impact on students' success.
- Why this job: Gain invaluable classroom experience while working towards becoming a qualified teacher.
- Qualifications: 2:1 degree in Maths or related subject and a passion for education.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 29000 £ per year.
Teacher Training Pathway Available
Manchester (M40)
Full-Time | Permanent | September 2026 Start
£26,000 – £29,000 per annum
Looking to Become a Maths Teacher?
Are you a high-achieving Maths graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing onto a PGCE and gaining Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)? A successful and welcoming secondary school in Manchester (M40), easily accessible from Oldham, Rochdale, Bury and surrounding areas, is seeking a dedicated Graduate Maths Academic Mentor to join its thriving Maths department. This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring teachers to develop classroom experience while benefiting from a clear Initial Teacher Training (ITT) pathway, providing the opportunity to progress towards a PGCE and QTS in the future.
About the Role
As a Graduate Maths Academic Mentor, you will work alongside experienced Maths teachers to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping to raise attainment and build confidence in Mathematics. You will gain invaluable classroom experience, develop your teaching skills, and receive guidance from experienced educators as you prepare for a future career in teaching.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students in Maths lessons across KS3 and KS4.
- Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions.
- Help students prepare for GCSE examinations.
- Work with pupils who require additional academic support.
- Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities.
- Promote a positive and engaging learning environment.
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
Teacher Training Pathway
This role is ideal for graduates considering a career in education and offers:
- Valuable classroom-based experience.
- Mentoring from experienced Maths teachers and school leaders.
- Exposure to lesson planning, assessment and behaviour management.
- Guidance towards PGCE and QTS routes.
- Potential progression into teacher training programmes.
The Ideal Candidate
To be considered, applicants must:
- Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
- Have achieved GCSE Mathematics and English (or equivalent).
- Hold A Levels, BTEC qualifications, or equivalent post-16 qualifications.
- Possess a 2:1 degree or above in Mathematics or a closely related subject, including:
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Physics
- Engineering
- Economics
- Actuarial Science
- Data Science
- Computer Science
- Have a genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be enthusiastic, proactive and eager to learn.
Why Join This School?
- Established Maths department with experienced mentors.
- Strong track record of developing future teachers.
- Supportive leadership team.
- High-quality professional development opportunities.
- Modern teaching facilities and resources.
- Excellent transport links from Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale and Bury.
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on students' academic success.
Salary: £26,000 – £29,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications.
Apply Today
If you are an ambitious Maths graduate seeking a rewarding role that could be the first step towards becoming a qualified teacher, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to begin your journey towards a PGCE, QTS and a successful career in education.
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