Teaching Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Kumon Math & English Centre, Corstorphine, Edinburgh is seeking to fill the position of MATHS TEACHING ASSISTANTS with proficiency in Higher Maths.
Fixed 11 hour per week shift every Tuesday (2:30 pm to 8pm), and Saturday (9am to 2pm). We remain open through summer and autumn vacation months of June, July, August & October. We close once a year during December holidays for a 2-week period. We expect our assistants to work throughout the calendar year, and preference is given to candidates who wish to work with us on long-term basis. Candidates should be physically able to perform light cleaning duties as assigned, including sanitising & waste disposal.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
-Working with Maths students. Guiding them as per guidelines, monitoring & reporting to head instructor.
- Grade and record all class work and homework.
- Assist students through their assigned work (classwork and corrections)
- Work with younger children (ages 3 yrs +)
- Maintain a neat and professional work area.
- Wear Smart Casual / Formal work attire and work ethics.
- Assist with cleaning and organising the Centre
REQUIREMENTS:
- Excellent Math and Reading skills (A level); we particularly welcome applicants with previous Kumon work experience or Kumon student experience.
- **A written assessment is part of the screening process**
- **As part of the employment process, a PVG clearance will be required for applicants 18 years old or older.**
- Enjoy working with children
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues
- Dependable, friendly, presentable, enthusiastic, and Customer Service oriented
OTHERS:
- No teaching experience is necessary. However, previous work experience in a Kumon Centre or teaching experience in school/university is an asset. Previous Kumon program completer is a big plus.
- Experience in working with children will also be considered as an asset.
Job Types: Zero hours contract, Graduate, Volunteer
Contract length: 11 months
Salary: £11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Flexitime
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
COVID-19 considerations:
All rules are being followed as per the government guidelines.
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 1988
Expected start date: 01/04/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Teaching Assistant roles across Kumon Corstorphine & Leith's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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