Music Teaching Assistant for SEMH Studio Sessions

UCM Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

UCM Education in London is seeking a confident Music Teaching Assistant to support a Secondary SEMH school in Tower Hamlets. This full-time role involves assisting in music lessons and studio sessions, using Logic Pro and studio gear to help students engage and develop creatively.

Applicants should have strong music skills and prior SEN/SEMH experience, with a calm, resilient attitude and proactive approach to managing complex behaviours. Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm, long-term potential.

Qualifications

• Strong music skills and confidence using Logic Pro and studio equipment.
• Experience working within an SEN or SEMH setting.
• Calm, resilient and proactive approach when supporting students with complex behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students 1:1 and in small groups during music lessons and studio sessions
• Using Logic Pro and other music equipment (e.g. MIDI keyboards, recording equipment, mixing desks) to support music production
• Helping students with emotional regulation and behaviour through de-escalation strategies
• Encouraging engagement through music as a creative outlet for expression and development
• Assisting in planning and adapting music-based activities to meet individual needs
• Working closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support student progress

Skills

Music skills

Tools

Logic Pro

Job description

UCM Education in London is seeking a confident Music Teaching Assistant to support a Secondary SEMH school in Tower Hamlets. This full-time role involves assisting in music lessons and studio sessions, using Logic Pro and studio gear to help students engage and develop creatively.

Applicants should have strong music skills and prior SEN/SEMH experience, with a calm, resilient attitude and proactive approach to managing complex behaviours. Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm, long-term potential.