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Course Overview

The Level 3 Award in Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching builds your maths knowledge and teaches you how to help others develop number skills. This 12-credit qualification covers mathematical concepts, numeracy teaching approaches, supporting learners who struggle with maths, and using maths in real-life contexts. SJA Academia delivers this completely online, so you can refresh your own maths understanding while learning how to teach numeracy effectively to students or adult learners.

Combine with these qualifications:

Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Add general TA credentials

Level 3 Award in English for Literacy and Language Teaching

Offer both English and maths support

Who Should Take This Maths Teaching Course?

This qualification suits anyone wanting to teach basic maths, support numeracy development in schools, or help adults improve their number skills for work or daily life.

Perfect for:

Teaching assistants specializing in maths support
Parents wanting to help children with maths effectively
Adult numeracy tutors teaching functional skills
Library staff running numeracy programs
School support staff helping with maths intervention
Career changers entering maths teaching support roles
Volunteer tutors working with adults on basic numeracy

Level 3 Award in Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching

Wondering if this numeracy teaching qualification matches your goals? Look through the details or chat with our advisors about working in maths support.

What Do Maths Support Workers and Numeracy Tutors Earn?

Math support TAs and numeracy tutors typically earn £20,000-£28,000 annually, with experienced specialists in schools reaching £30,000-£32,000. Adult numeracy tutors earn £23,000-£30,000 depending on hours and location. Your pay depends on whether you’re in schools, colleges, or adult education, your teaching hours, and additional qualifications. This Level 3 Award in Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching opens doors to maths-specific support positions where you’re valued for subject knowledge. Specialists with maths expertise earn 10-20% more than general teaching assistants. Many progress to intervention coordinator roles earning £28,000-£35,000.

Maths Teaching Course Details

Study Hours

Approximately 120 hours total, including online learning, numeracy teaching practice, and portfolio work. Most students complete within 6-12 months while working or volunteering in maths support roles.

Assessment Method

You'll complete assignments demonstrating your understanding of mathematical concepts and numeracy teaching methods. Includes written work, teaching activity plans, and reflective accounts about supporting learners with maths.

Course Duration

Flexible 6-18 month completion period. Study online whenever suits you with 24/7 access. Submit assignments as you complete each unit and build your maths teaching confidence.

Course Format

100% online through SJA Academia's platform. Access videos on maths teaching, downloadable numeracy resources, and get tutor feedback remotely. You'll benefit from working with learners to practice teaching approaches.

Entry Requirements

No formal qualifications needed. You must be at least 16 years old. You don't need to be a maths expert - this course actually builds your own numeracy knowledge while teaching you how to help others.

Pricing Details

£225 total covers all 12 credits, maths teaching materials, tutor support, and certification. Pay in full or spread across 4-6 monthly payments to suit your budget.

Certification

Awarded by Focus Awards, regulated by Ofqual (QRN: 601/7798/6). Recognized in England and Northern Ireland by schools, colleges, and adult education providers for maths support positions.

Support Provided

Dedicated tutor who understands maths anxiety and teaching numeracy. Email and phone support during weekdays. Assignment feedback within one week. Access to numeracy teaching resources and calculation method guides.

Focus Awards - Ofqual Regulated

Verify this Level 3 Award in Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching on Ofqual's Register using QRN 601/7798/6.

Not confident with maths yourself? That's actually normal for this course.

Call +442034323249 and we'll explain how the qualification builds your own maths skills while teaching you how to help others.

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Why Choose SJA Academia for Numeracy Teaching Training?

Here’s the thing – many people feel anxious about maths. If that’s you, you’re not alone. This course is designed for people who want to help with maths but might need to rebuild their own confidence first.

Supportive Maths Learning Environment

Learn from tutors who understand maths anxiety. They'll help you grasp mathematical concepts without making you feel stupid, then show you how to teach those same concepts to others clearly.

Refresh Your Own Maths Skills

This isn't just about teaching methods - you'll actually strengthen your own numeracy knowledge. We'll cover fractions, decimals, percentages, basic algebra, and real-world maths applications step by step.

School-Recognized Maths Qualification

Receive a Focus Awards certificate that primary and secondary schools across England and Northern Ireland accept for maths support roles. It proves you understand numeracy and can teach it.

Numeracy Teaching Resources

Download maths activity ideas, calculation strategy guides, visual learning tools, and numeracy assessment templates. Everything you need to help learners overcome maths challenges.

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Course Content

Mandatory Units

  • Using mathematics: academic subjects
  • Using mathematics: personal and public life
  • Using mathematics: professional and vocational contexts

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Your Journey to Maths Teaching Confidence

Get qualified in three simple steps

1

Register and Get Started

Sign up online in minutes. Choose full payment or monthly installments. Access the learning platform immediately with maths teaching resources, explanatory videos, and your tutor's contact information.

2

Build Your Maths Knowledge and Teaching Skills

Work through units at your speed. Learn mathematical concepts, then study how to teach those concepts effectively. Your tutor reviews assignments and helps you understand tricky maths topics within a week.

3

Earn Your Certificate

Submit your completed assignments showing you understand maths and numeracy teaching approaches. Receive your Focus Awards qualification. Start applying for maths support or numeracy teaching positions.

Level 3 Award in Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching FAQs

What if I'm not good at maths myself?

That's fine - this course actually builds your own maths understanding. You'll learn concepts step by step with supportive tutors. Many successful numeracy tutors started with maths anxiety themselves.

Do I need GCSE Maths to enroll?

No formal qualifications are required. However, you'll need basic numeracy skills to start with. If you can handle everyday maths like shopping calculations and measuring, you'll manage this course.

What maths topics are covered?

Number operations, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, basic algebra, geometry, measurement, data handling, and statistics. You'll learn these concepts yourself, then learn how to teach them to others.

Can I teach in primary schools with this?

You can work as a maths support TA or intervention assistant in primary schools. For qualified teacher positions, you'd need to progress to teaching qualifications like Level 4 or 5.

Will this help me teach my own children maths?

Absolutely. Many parents take this course to understand how maths is taught now (which is different from how we learned it) and help their children with homework effectively.

What's the difference between this and general TA qualifications?

General TA courses like the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning cover all subjects. This specializes in maths and numeracy teaching, making you more valuable for maths-specific roles.

Can I teach functional skills maths with this?

Yes, many adult education centers accept this for teaching Entry Level and Level 1 functional skills maths. For Level 2 functional skills, you'd typically need additional qualifications.

Are calculators allowed in numeracy teaching?

You'll learn when calculators are appropriate and when mental maths or written methods are better. The course covers teaching calculation strategies, not just calculator use.

What if learners have dyscalculia?

The course covers supporting learners with maths difficulties, including dyscalculia. You'll learn adapted teaching approaches, multisensory methods, and how to build confidence in learners who struggle.

Can I work with adult learners or just children?

This qualification prepares you for both. You can support numeracy in primary/secondary schools or teach adults working towards functional skills or improving everyday maths.

Will I learn about algebra and geometry?

Yes, you'll cover basic algebra and geometry concepts. The focus is on foundation level - not A-level maths - so it's accessible even if these topics worried you at school.

How much preparation time do maths support TAs need?

Less than general TAs because you're focused on one subject. You'll plan math activities and prepare resources, but you're not covering every curriculum area.

Email info@sjaacademia.co.uk or call +442034323249 – we’ll explain how this qualification works for people at different maths levels!