Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Swindon; On-site; GBP 12,915 - 18,450; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistants to support secondary students in West London. Roles are full-time, term-time only, starting September 2026.

You will provide academic and pastoral support, help students reach their potential and foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment. Ideal candidates hold a Humanities degree, have prior experience with mentoring or tutoring, and can build strong relationships with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Degree level in any Humanities subject.
• Experience supporting students in educational settings, tutoring or mentoring.
• Engaging, enthusiastic, with a genuine interest in education.
• Confident communicator who builds strong relationships with students and staff.
• Knowledge of supporting students with special educational needs and learning difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and pastoral support to students, including those with SEN.
• Support students in reaching their academic potential.
• Encourage active engagement with learning and foster a positive classroom environment.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering high-quality lessons and supporting student development.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Education support

Communication

SEN awareness

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Humanities

Job description

Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant

West London

September start (Apply online only) per day

Veritas Education is recruiting dedicated and adaptable Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistants for secondary schools in West London. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, supporting students' learning, building their confidence, and making a meaningful impact on their educational journey. Roles are full-time, term-time only, and available to start in September 2026.

Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant - Key Responsibilities:

• Provide academic and pastoral support to students, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Proactively support students in reaching their academic potential.
• Encourage active engagement with learning, fostering a positive classroom environment.
• Support a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering high-quality lessons and supporting student development.

What We’re Looking For:

• Educated to degree level in any Humanities subject
• Previous experience supporting students in an educational setting or through mentoring or tutoring.
• Engaging and enthusiastic, with a genuine interest in education.
• A confident communicator, able to build strong relationships with students and staff.
• Knowledgeable in supporting students with special educational needs and learning difficulties.
• Reliable, proactive, and dedicated to helping students achieve their potential.

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'