Business & Economics Graduate Teaching Assistant

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Outstanding secondary school in Tower Hamlets seeks a Business & Economics Graduate Teaching Assistant to start in September 2025. This full-time position offers graduates the chance to gain valuable classroom experience, support students in KS4 and KS5, and strengthen their applications for future teaching qualifications.

Benefits

Support for aspiring teachers

Modern facilities

Qualifications

• Graduate with a degree in Business or Economics.
• Strong interest in pursuing a teaching career.
• Prior experience working with young people (tutoring, mentoring).

Responsibilities

• Support students in KS4 and KS5, including GCSE and A-Level.
• Deliver small-group interventions and provide 1:1 academic support.
• Assist in planning resources and help students reach their potential.

Skills

Communication

Confidence

Enthusiasm

Education

Degree in Business, Economics or related subject

Job description

Business & Economics Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London

Start Date: September 2025

Full-time, Monday to Friday

Ideal for Aspiring Business/Economics Teachers

Outstanding Secondary School

Are you a recent Business or Economics graduate with ambitions to become a teacher?

Would you like to gain paid, subject-specific school experience before applying for a PGCE or teacher training course?

An Outstanding secondary school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant with a background in Business or Economics to join their thriving department from September 2025.

About the Role:

As a Business & Economics Graduate TA, you will:

Work exclusively within the Business & Economics department

Support students in KS4 and KS5, including GCSE and A-Level

Deliver small-group interventions and provide 1:1 academic support

Assist in planning resources, supporting lessons, and helping students reach their full potential

Gain valuable classroom experience to strengthen your teacher training applications

This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with expert subject teachers in a high-performing environment, giving you the confidence and skills needed for a successful teaching career.

About you :

A graduate with a degree in Business, Economics or a related subject

A strong interest in pursuing a career in teaching

Some prior experience working with young people (tutoring, mentoring, volunteering, etc.)

A proactive, confident, and enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills

Why Join This School?

Ofsted-rated Outstanding

Modern facilities and a strong academic reputation

Fantastic support for aspiring teachers - many former TAs have progressed to PGCEs and School Direct programmes

Easily accessible East London location

Apply Today - September Start!

If you're a passionate Business or Economics graduate ready to take the first step into teaching, we want to hear from you!

Send your CV to James at Academics today

Or get in touch for more information and to book a trial day