Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant

Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Role in Chorlton-cum-Hardy

Are you a recent Humanities graduate eager to gain experience in education? Teaching Personnel is excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a well-regarded secondary school in Chorlton-cum-Hardy, rated 'Good' by Ofsted. This full-time role begins in October and runs until the end of the academic year, with the possibility of becoming permanent based on performance.

Position Details:

• Role: Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Location: Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester
• Start Date: October
• Duration: Full-time, until the end of the academic year (potential to become permanent)
• Pay: £419.25 - £500 per week, depending on experience and qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

As a Humanities Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play an active role in supporting the teaching of subjects such as History, Geography, and Religious Studies. Working closely with the Humanities department, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting teachers in lesson planning, preparation of resources, and classroom activities
• Providing one-on-one or small group support to students who need extra help in understanding key concepts
• Supporting students with varying academic abilities to ensure they are making progress and meeting learning targets
• Helping to manage classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Assisting with marking and assessment under the supervision of teachers
• Contributing to extra-curricular activities, including school trips, Humanities clubs, or study sessions
• Offering guidance and support to students, inspiring them to engage with Humanities subjects and improve their academic performance

What We're Looking For:

• A recent graduate with a degree in a Humanities subject (e.g., History, Geography, Religious Studies, Politics, Sociology)
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in education
• Strong subject knowledge and excellent communication skills
• The ability to engage and motivate secondary school students
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a positive approach to supporting young learners
• Previous experience working with young people, particularly in an educational setting, is desirable but not essential

Why This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity for Humanities graduates who are considering a career in teaching. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will gain first-hand experience in a school environment, develop classroom management skills, and work with students to support their learning. This experience will provide you with a strong foundation for future roles in education or other related fields.

Benefits of the Role:

• Full-time experience in a dynamic and supportive secondary school
• Weekly pay between £419.25 and £500, depending on qualifications and experience
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers and gain valuable insight into the education system
• Potential for the role to become permanent based on your performance
• A chance to make a real impact on students' learning and development

How to Apply:

If you're passionate about Humanities and ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you! Please apply through Teaching Personnel by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter detailing your interest in the role.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.

This is your chance to gain valuable experience in education and inspire students to engage with Humanities subjects. Apply today!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Child