Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant — South London

TimePlan Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular training

Competitive pay

Placement support

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking flexible humanities graduates for full-time teaching assistant roles in South London and surrounding areas, with a September 2026 start. No previous experience with children is required, though experience in dance, drama, sports, youth work, or arts can be advantageous.

Strong numeracy and literacy skills are essential for both primary and secondary settings. Roles are ideal for graduates aiming to pursue teacher training in the future, such as a PGCE or Teach

Qualifications

• You should hold a recent humanities degree.
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills are essential for the roles.
• Experience working with children is helpful but not essential; other relevant experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support as a teaching assistant in primary and secondary settings.
• Support children or adults with SEN where required.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and pupil engagement.
• Ideal candidates are considering teacher training in the future (e.g., PGCE or Teach First).

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

SEN experience

Education

Recent humanities degree

Job description

TimePlan Education is seeking flexible humanities graduates for full-time teaching assistant roles in South London and surrounding areas, with a September 2026 start. No previous experience with children is required, though experience in dance, drama, sports, youth work, or arts can be advantageous.

Strong numeracy and literacy skills are essential for both primary and secondary settings. Roles are ideal for graduates aiming to pursue teacher training in the future, such as a PGCE or Teach