KS4 Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 February 2026 |
| Location: | SW19 1AA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JobsinED Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | KS4TEACHINGASSI-260123-2518 |
Summary
KS4 Teaching Assistant – Transformative Support Opportunity in Merton
Ready to launch your career in education and make a tangible impact on the lives of bright young minds? As a KS4 Teaching Assistant in this renowned Merton secondary school, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping outcomes for students at the cusp of their GCSEs. We’re seeking dynamic, high-achieving graduates—future teachers, psychologists, or SEN specialists—who are hungry to gain invaluable experience and change trajectories for every child you support.
Seize this standout chance to immerse yourself in one of Merton’s most forward-thinking learning communities. Surrounded by leading educators and state-of-the-art resources, you’ll develop a superlative skillset, gain exceptional classroom insight, and benefit from mentorship that catalyses your own progression. This school’s inclusive environment and relentless focus on individual growth create the perfect setting to prepare for a future in teaching or child psychology. Here, every KS4 Teaching Assistant is empowered to make genuine, measurable impact while accelerating their own career within a school consistently recognised as ‘Good to Outstanding’ by Ofsted.
Key Highlights:
• KS4 Teaching Assistant | Immediate Start
• Circa £32,000 Pro-rata – Exceptionally competitive for support staff
• Excellent Merton location – close to transport and leafy green spaces
• Ofsted rated Good to Outstanding: a benchmark of quality and ambition
• Progressive, personalised CPD and clear routes into teaching or psychology
• Designed for high-performing graduates with sights on education or SEN
• Vibrant, supportive staff culture and modern, well-equipped facilities
What You'll Be Doing:
• Delivering tailored one-to-one academic and pastoral support for KS4 learners
• Collaborating with teachers to create personalised strategies for students approaching their GCSEs
• Championing the inclusion and progress of students with additional needs
• Supporting classroom management and fostering positive learning behaviours
• Monitoring pupil progress, providing targeted interventions, and celebrating achievements
Ideal "KS4 Teaching Assistant" for this Merton School:
• First-class graduate (2:1 or above) with drive and ambition
• Aspiring teacher, psychologist, or SEN specialist with clear career goals
• Highly resilient, passionate about student progress, and a quick learner
• Demonstrates empathy, initiative, and a relentless desire to help others succeed
• Outstanding communicator who thrives in diverse, fast-paced settings
Why Join This Merton School?:
• Experience in a top-performing school, highly sought-after by future employers
• Dedicated mentor and bespoke induction for every KS4 Teaching Assistant
• Frequent access to external training, INSET, and leadership opportunities
• Exceptionally supportive team environment: every staff member’s contribution matters
• Strong emphasis on pupil behaviour, safeguarding, and wellbeing
Elevate your pathway into teaching or child psychology as a KS4 Teaching Assistant in this celebrated Merton school. If you crave challenge, thrive on achievement, and are committed to student outcomes, don’t wait – interviews are booking rapidly. Propel your future and apply now.
Ready to launch your career in education and make a tangible impact on the lives of bright young minds? As a KS4 Teaching Assistant in this renowned Merton secondary school, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping outcomes for students at the cusp of their GCSEs. We’re seeking dynamic, high-achieving graduates—future teachers, psychologists, or SEN specialists—who are hungry to gain invaluable experience and change trajectories for every child you support.
Seize this standout chance to immerse yourself in one of Merton’s most forward-thinking learning communities. Surrounded by leading educators and state-of-the-art resources, you’ll develop a superlative skillset, gain exceptional classroom insight, and benefit from mentorship that catalyses your own progression. This school’s inclusive environment and relentless focus on individual growth create the perfect setting to prepare for a future in teaching or child psychology. Here, every KS4 Teaching Assistant is empowered to make genuine, measurable impact while accelerating their own career within a school consistently recognised as ‘Good to Outstanding’ by Ofsted.
Key Highlights:
• KS4 Teaching Assistant | Immediate Start
• Circa £32,000 Pro-rata – Exceptionally competitive for support staff
• Excellent Merton location – close to transport and leafy green spaces
• Ofsted rated Good to Outstanding: a benchmark of quality and ambition
• Progressive, personalised CPD and clear routes into teaching or psychology
• Designed for high-performing graduates with sights on education or SEN
• Vibrant, supportive staff culture and modern, well-equipped facilities
What You'll Be Doing:
• Delivering tailored one-to-one academic and pastoral support for KS4 learners
• Collaborating with teachers to create personalised strategies for students approaching their GCSEs
• Championing the inclusion and progress of students with additional needs
• Supporting classroom management and fostering positive learning behaviours
• Monitoring pupil progress, providing targeted interventions, and celebrating achievements
Ideal "KS4 Teaching Assistant" for this Merton School:
• First-class graduate (2:1 or above) with drive and ambition
• Aspiring teacher, psychologist, or SEN specialist with clear career goals
• Highly resilient, passionate about student progress, and a quick learner
• Demonstrates empathy, initiative, and a relentless desire to help others succeed
• Outstanding communicator who thrives in diverse, fast-paced settings
Why Join This Merton School?:
• Experience in a top-performing school, highly sought-after by future employers
• Dedicated mentor and bespoke induction for every KS4 Teaching Assistant
• Frequent access to external training, INSET, and leadership opportunities
• Exceptionally supportive team environment: every staff member’s contribution matters
• Strong emphasis on pupil behaviour, safeguarding, and wellbeing
Elevate your pathway into teaching or child psychology as a KS4 Teaching Assistant in this celebrated Merton school. If you crave challenge, thrive on achievement, and are committed to student outcomes, don’t wait – interviews are booking rapidly. Propel your future and apply now.