Humanities Teaching Assistant – Launch Your Educational Career in Southwark

Step into a transformative Humanities Teaching Assistant post in vibrant Southwark and become a catalyst for academic and personal progress. This is a phenomenal opportunity for ambitious graduates eager to immerse themselves in the world of education, champion positive change, and spark a lifelong passion for Humanities. If you’re intellectually curious, determined, and passionate about igniting student potential, this is your moment to shine in a forward-thinking, student-driven secondary school.

Working as a Humanities Teaching Assistant, you’ll be embedded in a rich, collaborative learning environment where innovation and excellence shape every day. Gain invaluable classroom experience by supporting experienced specialist teachers, benefiting from mentorship and exposure to best-in-class practice. This is a place where ambition is celebrated, diverse ideas are embraced, and you’re encouraged to stretch your abilities—preparing you for a future as a top-tier teacher, psychologist, or educational leader.

Key Highlights:

• Humanities Teaching Assistant: Core pastoral & academic impact
• Circa £27,000 Pro-rata: Competitive, London-weighted pay
• Prime Southwark location: Exceptional city transport links
• Ofsted: Good to Outstanding, renowned for nurturing graduate talent
• World-class CPD, bespoke induction & clear career progression
• Ideal for aspiring teachers, psychologists, SEN specialists
• Inspiring Humanities faculty & modern, resource-rich classrooms

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting classroom teachers across History, Geography & RS lessons
• Delivering targeted interventions and small-group support
• Leading dynamic extra-curricular Humanities workshops
• Modelling academic excellence and positive behaviour for students
• Assisting with planning, learning resources and lesson adaptations
• Engaging with parents, teachers, and pastoral teams to optimise progress

Ideal "Humanities Teaching Assistant" for this Southwark School:

• High-achieving Humanities or Social Science graduates (2:1 or above)
• Future teachers, EPs or SEN professionals hungry for classroom experience
• Committed, reflective and always striving for improvement
• Passionate about shaping young minds and raising aspirations
• Adaptable, resilient, and thrives on challenge and innovation

Why Join This Southwark School?:

• Be mentored by leading Humanities teachers and senior leaders
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities & digital teaching tools
• Culturally diverse, progressive, and student-centred ethos
• Strong track record of supporting graduates into PGCE and Masters routes
• Collaborative, optimistic staff and regular recognition of your impact

Shape your future and theirs. The Humanities Teaching Assistant role in Southwark is a launchpad for ambitious graduates ready to make waves in education. Applications are reviewed as received—step forward and secure your place at this exceptional school!

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your education career? Don’t miss this chance to join a thriving Southwark secondary school as a Humanities Teaching Assistant—applications are open and being reviewed immediately. Demonstrate your passion and initiative by submitting your application today; prompt candidates will be prioritised for interviews currently taking place!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Inner London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!