Humanities Teaching Assistant

Humanities Teaching Assistant – Accelerate Your Career at a Leading Barking & Dagenham School

Ignite your future and transform young minds as a Humanities Teaching Assistant at one of Barking and Dagenham’s most ambitious secondary schools. You’ll play a pivotal role in unlocking academic potential within the humanities, shaping confident learners eager to grasp history, geography, philosophy, and beyond. This is a stand-out opportunity for graduates ready to make a meaningful impact and fast-track their journey toward teaching, psychology, or SEN excellence.
As a Humanities Teaching Assistant, you’ll join a thriving, values-driven school renowned for its inspirational staff, strong sense of community, and progressive educational philosophy. Expect unparalleled mentorship from award-winning teachers, exposure to innovative pedagogy, and hands-on experience with enthusiastic students. You’ll find daily challenges that will sharpen your professional edge and cultivate skills demanded by top-tier PGCE and psychology programmes. This is your launchpad into the upper echelons of education and child development.
Key Highlights:

Humanities Teaching Assistant post offering unrivalled support and progression
Pay: Circa £31,000 Pro-rata – a highly competitive graduate salary
Location: Barking and Dagenham, close to excellent transport links
Ofsted-rated Good to Outstanding – celebrated for dynamic humanities provision
State-of-the-art subject suites, digital resources, and innovative SEN support base
Exceptional CPD, involvement in research projects, and access to leadership pathways
Tailored for high-achieving graduates with aspirations in teaching, psychology, or SEN
Diverse, inclusive school culture, celebrated for student ambition and staff wellbeing

What You'll Be Doing:

Delivering dynamic support during humanities lessons across Key Stages 3 & 4
Devising and leading targeted interventions with students who need extra challenge or support
Assisting with lesson planning, resource development, and curriculum enrichment
Promoting critical thinking, discussion, and curiosity within history, geography, and citizenship
Collaborating with expert teachers and external professionals on pastoral and academic initiatives
Supporting assessment, tracking progress, and contributing to personalised learning plans
Bringing fresh ideas to extra-curricular clubs, trips, and enrichment opportunities

Ideal "Humanities Teaching Assistant" for this Barking and Dagenham School:

Academic high-flyer with a humanities-related degree from a top university
Inspired to pursue a career in teaching, educational psychology, or SEN
Driven, ambitious, and compassionate with a genuine passion for learning
Unrivalled work ethic, communication, and ability to build student rapport
Eager to innovate and drive positive impact every day
Experience working with young people is advantageous, but not essential

Why Join This Barking and Dagenham School?:

Renowned for nurturing the next generation of outstanding educators and leaders
Superb mentoring and peer support networks for graduates and aspiring professionals
Access to pioneering CPD, research, and postgraduate preparation
Inclusive, vibrant community driven by respect, ambition, and collaboration
Students who are eager, polite, and excited to engage in humanities learning
Exceptional facilities – from interactive learning walls to digital resource hubs

Step boldly into a transformative Humanities Teaching Assistant position that will propel your career and expand your horizons. Interviews are being scheduled now; seize this rare opening and join Barking and Dagenham’s most forward-thinking school community this term.
How to Apply

Ready to kickstart your career as a Humanities Teaching Assistant in Barking and Dagenham? We're moving quickly—if you’re passionate about making a real impact across all year groups, we want to hear from you right now. Interviews are underway, so send in your application as soon as possible to secure your place in the running!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving East London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!