Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant

Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant:

Location: Bexley, South East London, DA5

Contract: Full-time role, Monday to Friday 8:30am–15:00pm (term time)

Salary: Earn £500-£600 per week

School Type: Well-Respected and High-Performing Secondary School

Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant: Job Overview

Before you click apply to this Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant role, please consider the following questions…

Are you a Humanities graduate with a 2:1 or higher from a top-30 university?

Do you have a passion for History, Geography, RE or related subjects, and a desire to share that passion with the next generation?

Are you considering a career in teaching or education and looking to gain invaluable classroom experience first?

If so, this Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant position in Bexley could be the perfect stepping stone into education.

Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant: About the School

This forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school in Bexley is renowned for its strong sense of community, creativity, and commitment to helping every student succeed both academically and personally.

The school has an ambitious Humanities department that encourages critical thinking, curiosity, and debate.

Staff benefit from excellent support, mentoring, and CPD opportunities, making it an ideal environment for a Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant who is looking to build their professional skillset before pursuing teacher training, educational psychology, or related career paths.

Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant: The Role

As a Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, with a focus on Humanities subjects (History, Geography, RE, Sociology)
• Work closely with class teachers to deliver engaging lessons, prepare resources, and ensure accessibility for all learners
• Provide 1:1 and small-group interventions to boost student progress, confidence, and subject knowledge
• Assist with behaviour management by using positive strategies that encourage resilience and independent learning
• Play a key role in inspiring a love for Humanities and preparing pupils for their GCSEs and beyond

Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant: Candidate Specification

To be successful in this Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant role you must have:

• A 2:1 or higher degree in a Humanities-related subject (History, Geography, RE, Politics, Sociology, English, etc.)
• A genuine passion for education and working with young people
• Excellent communication skills, patience, and the ability to motivate and inspire
• Previous experience with young people (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential

Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant: Why Join Us?

• Gain first-hand classroom experience in an inclusive and ambitious secondary school
• Access to outstanding mentoring and CPD opportunities to develop your teaching and leadership skills
• Work in a humanities department that values curiosity, debate and creativity
• Build a professional foundation for PGCE, teacher training, or other education pathways
• Join a school community that is passionate about supporting both students and staff to reach their full potential

Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant: Application Process

If you’re a Humanities graduate eager to make an impact while building your own career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and begin your journey towards a rewarding career in education.

Closing Date: 14th October 2025

Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant

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