Construction Teaching Assistant

Construction Teaching Assistant

Melbury College – Melrose School

ME4 £29, 434 FTE, £9,954 Actual

14 hours a week, term time, plus INSET

Help Build Careers – One Brick at a Time!

Following a successful funding bid, Melrose School is launching a brand-new, purpose-built Construction Centre! We are looking for a skilled and motivated Construction Teaching Assistant to help our students turn their potential into professional trades.

The role:

Working at our specialised site in Mitcham, you will support the Construction Teacher in delivering BTEC Level 1 courses to Key Stage 4 students. This is a hands-on role where you will demonstrate trade skills, supervise tool use, and mentor students who have experienced barriers to learning in mainstream education.

If you are interested in learning more, we welcome tours and telephone calls from prospective candidates. 

Candidates should have:

• You have a solid background in construction (carpentry, plumbing, or general building).

• You are resilient, patient, and passionate about supporting young people with SEN needs

• You are committed to safety and can maintain an orderly, professional workshop environment.

We offer the following:

• The opportunity to work in a unique, dynamic, successful and forward looking school, supported by committed and conscientious colleagues.

• The opportunity to be part of an expanding provision with close links and partnerships across several different sites.

• Small class sizes and ample development time

• A well-resourced learning environment

• An excellent environment in which to further develop your skills with opportunities for professional development.

• Onsite Gym

• Onsite parking and good local transport links

• A staff team with a creative, open and supportive ethos.

Start date: 2nd November 2026

Closing date: 23rd September 2026

Interview date: TBC

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Early applications are advised as Melbury College reserve the right to appoint at any stage during the application process.

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Melbury College is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children.  As such all applicants will be required to submit details of two references who will be contacted in advance of interviews for shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will also be required to undertake enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer.