Mechanic Technician - SEMH School

Veritas Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a full-time Mechanic Technician for a SEMH school. The role involves supporting teachers and students, ensuring a safe learning environment, and requiring a Level 2 qualification in Motor Vehicle Studies. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in mechanics and experience working with young people. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Motor Vehicle Studies or equivalent trade qualification.
• Strong practical knowledge of motor mechanics and vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to demonstrate mechanical processes to young learners.
• Experience working with young people in education or training settings.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in planning and delivery of motor vehicle lessons.
• Provide classroom support and adapt tasks for individual needs.
• Ensure health and safety standards in the workshop.
• Use behaviour management strategies to promote positive learning.
• Encourage students with SEMH needs to achieve their goals.

Skills

Motor Vehicle Studies

Mechanics

Workshop practices

Behaviour management strategies

Communication

Education

Level 2 qualification in Motor Vehicle Studies or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Mechanic Technician - SEMH School
Location: West Drayton
Hours: Full-time, 8:30am - 4:00pm (term-time only)
Salary: 120 - 140 per day (depending on qualifications and experience)

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in the planning and delivery of motor vehicle and mechanics lessons, ensuring all resources and tools are prepared.
• Provide classroom support, 1:1 support, and small group support, adapting tasks to meet individual learning needs.
• Contribute to a safe, structured, and engaging workshop learning environment, ensuring health and safety standards are met.
• Use behaviour management strategies to promote positive learning and engagement.
• Actively participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and student progress reviews.
• Encourage and motivate students with SEMH needs, helping them to achieve their educational, vocational, and personal development goals.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Motor Vehicle Studies, Mechanics, or equivalent trade qualification.
• Strong practical knowledge of motor mechanics, vehicle maintenance, and workshop practices.
• Ability to explain and demonstrate mechanical processes clearly to young learners.
• Experience working with young people in an education, training, youth work, or SEMH setting.
• Flexible, patient, and resilient, with a positive approach to supporting students with challenging behaviour and special educational needs (SEN).
• Excellent organisational skills and a proactive, team-focused attitude.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a school technician role, teaching assistant role, or vocational learning environment.
• Understanding of SEND, SEMH, and behaviour management strategies.
• First Aid or safeguarding training (or willingness to complete).

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, hands-on individual who is passionate about motor mechanics education and wants to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

Veritas is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, police checks where required, and the receipt of at least two satisfactory references.

Application

If you are interested in the role, please apply via the button or send your CV to Deji Agbaje at Veritas Education London. See contact details below.

Call: [phone number removed] or Email: [url removed]

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our safeguarding policy.
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment gaps must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

Veritas Education works with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions within these.

Disclaimer

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.