Geography Teaching Assistant, ACADEMICS

Geography Graduate Teaching Assistant - Outstanding Secondary School - Tower Hamlets

September Start | Full-Time | Ideal for Aspiring Geography Teachers

An outstanding secondary school in Tower Hamlets is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Geography Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their successful Humanities department from September.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Geography graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a career in teaching.

Working alongside experienced teachers and school leaders, you will support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping to raise attainment, develop geographical understanding, and encourage student engagement within the subject.

• Supporting students in Geography lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Delivering targeted 1:1 and small group intervention sessions
• Assisting students with coursework, literacy, and exam preparation
• Supporting pupils with varying learning needs and abilities
• Helping teachers prepare engaging lesson resources and classroom activities
• Gaining hands‑on classroom experience within a high‑achieving school environment

• Hold a degree in Geography or a related subject
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be passionate about education and supporting young people
• Be considering a future career in teaching
• Be proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn

• An Outstanding school environment with excellent behaviour
• A highly supportive Humanities department
• Excellent teacher training and career progression opportunities
• Experience working alongside outstanding practitioners
• A diverse and ambitious student community
• Excellent transport links across East and Central London

This role would suit an aspiring Geography Teacher looking to gain meaningful classroom experience within a leading London secondary school.

Apply today or contact James at Academics for further information.