Job Description

History Graduate Teaching Assistant – Aspiring Humanities Teacher

Location: Richmond, South West London
Contract: September 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only)
Pay: £105.00 per day (PAYE)
Interviews: June/July 2025

Are you a History graduate with your sights set on becoming a teacher?

Ready to build classroom experience in Richmond this September?

A brilliant secondary school in Richmond is offering an exciting opportunity for a History Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their Humanities department. This History Graduate Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone with strong academic skills, an interest in education, and a desire to gain paid classroom experience before teacher training.

As a History Graduate Teaching Assistant, you’ll support pupils in KS3 and KS4 History lessons, help with resources and revision, and lead small-group interventions. The History Graduate Teaching Assistant will also work across subjects like RE and Geography, giving you a broad humanities experience.

You’ll work with experienced teachers who are happy to guide and mentor you throughout the year.

History Graduate Teaching Assistant – Key Responsibilities:

• Provide in-class support and note-taking for students
• Assist with lesson preparation and homework clubs
• Lead small group history or exam skills sessions
• Help pupils develop critical thinking and essay writing

We’re looking for:

• A History degree (2:1 or above) from a top UK university
• A keen interest in education or teaching
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Organised, enthusiastic and reliable

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