Social Sciences Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive secondary school in Tower Hamlets is seeking a Social Sciences Teaching Assistant starting September 2025. This role is ideal for graduates considering a teaching career, offering valuable classroom experience and support in a well-resourced environment. Responsibilities include assisting with lessons, student support, and participation in school events, all within a collaborative school community.

Benefits

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

Supportive and well-resourced department

Collaborative and inclusive school community

Excellent transport links

Qualifications

• Degree in a Social Sciences-related subject.
• Experience working with young people, either paid or voluntary.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, reliable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of lessons in Sociology, Psychology, and Politics.
• Work with students 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist teachers with behaviour management and lesson preparation.

Skills

Communication

Proactivity

Reliability

Education

Degree in Social Sciences (e.g., Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, Politics)

Job description

Social Sciences Teaching Assistant

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London

Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Job Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Start Date: September 2025

Sector: Education – Secondary Support Staff

Job Description:

An inclusive and high-performing secondary school in Tower Hamlets, East London is seeking a Social Sciences Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, term-time only basis starting in September 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with a Social Sciences-related degree who is considering a career in teaching and would like to gain practical classroom experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the delivery of lessons in subjects such as Sociology, Psychology, and Politics

Work with students 1:1 and in small groups to support learning and progress

Assist classroom teachers with behaviour management and lesson preparation

Create a positive and inclusive learning environment

Contribute to pastoral care and support students' social and emotional development

Participate in school events and extracurricular activities as needed

Requirements:

A degree in a Social Sciences-related subject (e.g. Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, Politics)

Experience working with young people, paid or voluntary (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, youth work, classroom support)

A genuine interest in pursuing a career in secondary education

Strong communication skills and a proactive, reliable attitude

Willingness to undergo (or existing possession of) an enhanced DBS check

Benefits:

Ideal for aspiring secondary school teachers preparing for PGCE or teacher training

Gain valuable experience in a supportive and well-resourced department

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

Collaborative and inclusive school community

Excellent transport links across East London

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter to James at Academics.