Support for Learning Teacher - Mathematics (part-time)  

Loretto School is one of Britain’s leading independent boarding and day schools located on the outskirts of Edinburgh. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a part-time Support for Learning Teacher from August 2026. 

Main Purpose of the Role

You will work closely with the Mathematics Department to support pupils in accessing, understanding and achieving success in mathematics. The role focuses on delivering targeted in-class support, one-to-one interventions, and specialist support for pupils in the GCSE resit class, ensuring that individual learning needs are met and barriers to progress are reduced.

This is a part-time permanent term post, working term time. Loretto has its own salary scale and salary will be determined by experience and aptitude for the role. 

Experience, Skills and Qualifications 

You will have a recognised teaching qualification and be registered with the GTCS or in the process of achieving this.

You will also have the following skills and experience: 

• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs, particularly in mathematics.
• Strong understanding of GCSE Mathematics curriculum and assessment requirements.
• Ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly and in a supportive, encouraging manner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a department and wider school team.

Find out more about the required skills and experience in the job information pack. 

Application

If you think this is the right opportunity for you, please apply through the School Talent website. You will be asked to submit a CV and supporting statement as part of the application process.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact jobs@loretto.com   

You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this post. 

Closing Date: Sunday 17 May 2026 at 11:59pm. 

Benefits

• Enhanced holiday allowance 
• Family friendly policies 
• Free lunches during term time
• Annual review and opportunities for training and continued professional development
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee Assistance programme
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

The School is committed to equal opportunities for all its pupils and staff. 

Loretto is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Loretto meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to Disclosure Scotland Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme checks before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions. The cost of this application will be met by the School. Annually, every member of staff at the School is required to undergo, complete, and sign to confirm that they have received child protection training and will uphold it.