Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Enfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Education is recruiting a Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant for an ambitious Enfield secondary school in North London for the full academic year. This role suits History, Geography, Politics, Philosophy or related graduates seeking classroom experience before teacher training.

Ideal for graduates eager to share subject knowledge, support KS3/KS4 and potentially KS5, with opportunities for extension and progression into teaching.

Qualifications

• 2:1 or First-Class degree is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, maturity and genuine interest in education.
• Academic ability, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support students across KS3 and KS4.
• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support.
• Assist subject teachers with differentiation and targeted interventions.
• Contribute to a positive learning environment and student engagement.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Communication skills

Academic rigour

Mentoring

Education

2:1 or First-Class degree

Tools

None

Job description

Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant

Are you a high-achieving Humanities graduate who wants to do something meaningful with your degree?

Have you considered becoming a teacher but want to experience life inside a successful secondary school before committing to teacher training?

Could you inspire young people to question the world around them, explore different perspectives and become confident critical thinkers?

KPI Education is recruiting a talented Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant to join an ambitious secondary school in Enfield, North London for the full academic year.

Whether your degree is in History, Geography, Politics, Philosophy, Religious Studies or another Humanities discipline, this is an opportunity to put your academic knowledge to work while gaining exceptional experience for a future career in education.

The Essentials

• Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Enfield, North London
• £25,000 - £30,000 per annum or minimum £550 per week
• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Fixed-term for 1 academic year
• Opportunity to extend
• Ideal for History, Geography, Politics, Philosophy or related graduates
• Support students across KS3 and KS4
• Potential opportunities to work with KS5 / A-Level students
• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support
• Excellent experience before teacher training, PGCE or another route into teaching

More Than a Standard Teaching Assistant Role

The school is looking for a graduate who can bring genuine subject expertise, intellectual curiosity and academic ambition into the classroom.

You'll work closely with experienced Humanities teachers, supporting lessons and providing targeted interventions for students who would benefit from additional academic guidance.

One lesson could see you helping GCSE History students construct stronger analytical arguments, while another could involve supporting Geography pupils with extended writing, source analysis or examination technique.

You'll also have opportunities to work with higher-achieving pupils, helping them push towards Grades 7-9 and potentially A-Level or university study.

A School Where Graduates Can Develop

This Enfield secondary school has built a positive culture around high expectations, strong teaching and ambitious outcomes for its students.

The Humanities faculty is a lively and engaging department where discussion, debate and independent thinking are actively encouraged. Teachers are passionate about their subjects and equally enthusiastic about supporting graduates who are considering joining the profession.

For an aspiring teacher, the experience available here is invaluable.

You'll see first-hand how excellent teachers manage classrooms, plan engaging lessons, assess progress and build relationships with young people. As your confidence develops, there may also be opportunities to take greater responsibility for interventions and academic mentoring.

Who Should Apply?

We're particularly interested in academically strong Humanities graduates who can become inspiring role models for young people.

A 2:1 or First-Class degree is highly desirable, alongside excellent communication skills, maturity and a genuine interest in education.

You don't necessarily need extensive classroom experience. What matters is your academic ability, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

If teaching is a career you're seriously considering, spending an academic year working alongside accomplished teachers could give you the experience and confidence needed to take that next step.

Ready to turn your Humanities degree into classroom impact?