Graduate Teaching Assistant - Business Studies

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in East London is looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Business Studies. This role provides valuable teaching experience while supporting students in a high-achieving environment. Ideal for graduates aiming to pursue a PGCE or teaching career, this position offers a chance to strengthen your application while working closely with experienced teachers.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in education

Supportive work environment

Proven route into teaching

Qualifications

• Recent Business or Economics graduate.
• Genuine ambition to train as a secondary teacher.
• Experience with young people is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support students in KS4 and KS5 across GCSE and A-Level Business & Economics.
• Lead small-group sessions and offer 1:1 academic support.
• Assist in planning and delivery of engaging lessons.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Enthusiasm for education

Education

Business degree

Economics degree

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Business Studies

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London

Start Date: September 2025

Full-Time | Monday to Friday

Perfect for Aspiring Business/Economics Teachers

Outstanding Secondary School

Are you a recent Business or Economics graduate with your sights set on a teaching career?

Looking for paid, hands-on experience in a thriving East London secondary school before embarking on a PGCE or teacher training course?

This Ofsted-rated outstanding secondary school in Tower Hamlets is seeking a driven and academically strong Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their Business & Economics department from September 2025.

What you'll Be Doing:

Supporting students in KS4 and KS5 across GCSE and A-Level Business & Economics

Leading small-group sessions and offering targeted 1:1 academic support

Assisting in the planning and delivery of engaging lessons and resources

Working closely with experienced subject teachers in a supportive environment

Building valuable classroom experience to strengthen your future teacher training application

This role offers a rare chance to work exclusively within your subject specialism while developing your skills as an aspiring educator.

What the school are Looking For:

A Business, Economics, or related degree

A genuine ambition to train as a secondary teacher

Previous experience with young people (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, school volunteering)

A confident communicator who's proactive, reliable, and enthusiastic about education

Why This School?

Ofsted-rated Outstanding - high-achieving and forward-thinking

Excellent facilities and a well-established Business & Economics department

A proven route into teaching - many previous Graduate TAs have progressed to PGCEs and School Direct

Located in the heart of East London with excellent transport links

Apply Now - Start in September!

If you're a passionate Business or Economics graduate ready to take your first step into teaching, this is the opportunity for you.

Send your CV to James at Academics today