Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant

Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant – Secondary School (Levenshulme)
Start Date: September 2025 | Full-Time | Daily Rate: £89 – £100

Are you a recent humanities graduate with a passion for education and supporting young people? A welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in Levenshulme is seeking a motivated Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to pursue a career in teaching, educational psychology, or pastoral support, while gaining valuable in-school experience.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support the teaching of humanities subjects such as History, Geography, RE, or Citizenship

• Work 1:1 or with small groups of students who require additional academic or emotional support

• Assist in planning engaging lessons and preparing classroom resources

• Help maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment

• Collaborate with teaching and pastoral staff to support student progress and wellbeing

Ideal Candidate:

• Degree in History, Geography, Politics, Sociology, Philosophy, or a related subject

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A proactive, supportive, and empathetic approach to working with young people

• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in education

• Experience working or volunteering with children or teenagers is desirable but not essential

What the School Offers:

• A supportive and experienced humanities department

• On-the-job training and regular CPD opportunities

• Opportunities to progress into teacher training or SEN support

• Daily pay: £89 – £100 depending on experience

• A diverse, inclusive school community based in Levenshulme

Apply now to start your journey into education and make a real impact supporting students in the humanities.

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