Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant

Education Matters Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 18,450; Full time

Job summary

Education Matters Group is seeking a Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant for a Greenwich, London school. The role runs full-time Monday–Friday with a September 2026 start date, supporting History, Geography and RE across KS3/KS4 and assisting with lesson prep.

The ideal candidate is a Humanities graduate with strong communication skills and an interest in pursuing teacher training or a career in education.

Qualifications

• Degree in humanities or related subject.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated to support young learners and contribute to classroom learning.

Responsibilities

• Support students in History, Geography and Religious Education for KS3/KS4.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to raise attainment.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities.
• Encourage student engagement and foster a passion for the Humanities.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.

Education

History/Geography/Politics/Philosophy/Religious Studies

Job description

Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant

Greenwich, London | £90 £100 per day | Full‑time Monday‑to‑Friday | September 2026 Start

Are you a recent Humanities graduate with a passion for education and inspiring young minds?

A welcoming and high‑achieving secondary school in Greenwich is seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Humanities Teaching Assistant to join their team this September. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate considering a career in teaching to gain invaluable classroom experience in a supportive and ambitious school.

The Role

• Support students across History, Geography and Religious Education lessons at Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver one‑to‑one and small group interventions to help students achieve their full potential.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities.
• Encourage student engagement and foster a passion for the Humanities.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs, helping to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.

Ideal Candidate

• A degree in History, Geography, Politics, Philosophy, Religious Studies, or another Humanities‑related subject.
• A genuine passion for education and supporting young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, organised, and enthusiastic approach.
• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.
• An interest in progressing into teacher training or a career in education is highly advantageous.

If you're a motivated Humanities graduate looking to kick‑start your career in education, we'd love to hear from you.