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Empowering Learning; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team at a secondary SEMH school in White City. This full-time role offers the chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people facing challenges. You will support students both academically and emotionally, helping them develop essential life skills. With strong leadership support and opportunities for career progression, this position is perfect for individuals passionate about education and making a difference. If you have a background in Psychology, Youth Work, or Coaching, this rewarding opportunity awaits you!

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting students with SEMH needs is beneficial.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Support students academically and emotionally in a small class setting.
• Work closely with teachers to manage challenging behaviour positively.
• Act as a positive role model for students.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Motivational Skills

Education

Background in Psychology

Experience as Youth Worker

Experience as Sports Coach

Experience as Life Coach

Mentoring Background

Job description

Teaching Assistant - SEMH Secondary School (White City)

Do you thrive working a challenging environment?

Are you a resilient, consistent, and compassionate individual looking to make a real impact in the lives of young people?

Empowering Learning are seeking a Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team at a secondary SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school in White City.

About the Role:

Full-time, long-term position - Monday to Friday, term-time only

Hours: 8:15am - 4:00pm

• Supporting students both academically and emotionally in a small class setting (around 10 students)
• Working closely with teachers and the wider school team to manage challenging behaviour positively
• Acting as a positive role model, helping students develop confidence, resilience, and essential life skills
• Strong leadership support and opportunities for career progression - the school is committed to supporting staff in obtaining a teaching qualification

What We're Looking For:

• Patience, resilience, and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• A kind but firm approach to support students in their learning and personal development
• Ability to motivate and engage students with SEMH needs
• Experience in a similar role is beneficial, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn are just as important

This is an incredibly rewarding role, offering the chance to genuinely change the lives of young people who need extra support. If you are passionate about helping students succeed and thrive, we would love to hear from you!

If you are from a Psychology, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, Life Coach or Mentoring background and you feel you have the right knowledge and training to make a difference we would love to hear from you.

The successful applicants will require an enhanced DBS check and references will be taken up.

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