KS5 SEMH Teaching Assistant

Salary/Rate:PAYE
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Croydon
County:South East London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:9989
Post Date:08.07.25
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About the Role

🔧 Key Stage 5 Teaching Assistant (SEMH Focus)

📍 South London | 📅 September Start | ⏱ 4 Days per Week

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
Do you have a knack for behaviour management and an interest in hands-on learning? This could be the role for you! 👇

We’re working in partnership with a specialist education provider in South London to recruit a dedicated Key Stage 5 Teaching Assistant to support students on a motor mechanics vocational pathway. 🛠️


🌟 What We’re Looking For:

✅ Experience working with SEMH students
✅ Strong behaviour management skills
✅ Ability to build consistent, positive relationships
✅ Interest or background in mechanics (a bonus, but not essential) 🚗


💼 The Role:

  • Support Key Stage 5 learners in a practical, skills-based setting

  • Work closely with teaching staff to engage and motivate students

  • Contribute to a supportive, inclusive learning environment

  • 4 days a week | Starting September


✨ Make a Real Difference

This is your chance to help young people thrive in a setting designed to meet their unique needs — with the added bonus of being part of a team making a tangible impact every day.

📩 Apply now to be part of something meaningful!

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