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Mental Health & Trauma Teacher Southwark or Lambeth locations available 08:15 to 15:15 (16:00 on training days) £30,000 to £57,000 Are you looking for an Ofsted Outstanding School which supports you? As an experienced SEN Teacher, are you looking for progression and a supportive environment, which helps you teach to the best of your ability? Within this school you will teach students with trauma, helping them overcome barriers to academic and personal development. With opportunities to work with KS1, KS2, KS3 or KS4, they will not only let you teach what year group or subject you want but will also provide training to help you transition into what area of teaching your seeking. They invest heavily into staff and have great progression routes to SLT. So, if the above inspires you, why no reach out to me on 02030114848 and ask for Paul? I would love to discuss your job search and current frustrations to find you your perfect role. Otherwise, email me using Paul@PSinclusion.co.uk. Are you searching for a SEND role currently, or a unique role within education? Contact us today! Parker Smith Inclusion is an Ethical SEND Specialist working with hundreds of schools across London and Essex. We pride ourselves on our unique experience we provide to those searching for their perfect role, alongside being different to most agencies. We put people before profit, providing opportunities that are optimal for the candidate and fair to the school. We work with all types of SEND professionals, across all types of settings such as Mainstream schools, SEND Schools and ARPs. We help those coming into the industry take their first steps, and those looking to progress into that next exciting step of their career. So, if you’re interested in hearing more about us, and how we can help you, please do contact me today! You can reach me on Paul@psinclusion.co.uk. I look forward to hearing all about you, and taking that next step with you!

Food Technician Teaching Assistant – Full-Time, Term Time Only Newham, East London, Immediate Start Are you an enthusiastic and proactive Teaching Assistant in food technology? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to join a specialist SEMH school in Stratford,, supporting students with additional needs in both classroom and practical kitchen settings. You will be focusing on food technology as your subject for two days of the week then covering HLTA and support for the other 3 days of the week. The children at the school have social, emotional, mental health needs, SEN needs such as autism, learning difficulties and behaviour challenges, you need to have minimum 2 years experience within this type of setting or supporting children with these needs. Role Details: Position: Teaching Assistant with Food Technician Experience Location: Newham Contract: Long Term Contract Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Start Date: ASAP Interviews: Taking place as soon as possible Responsibilities: Supporting students in their learning, both in general classroom activities and within food technology sessions Assisting with the preparation of ingredients and resources for food tech lessons Helping to maintain a safe and hygienic kitchen environment Providing tailored support to students with additional needs, ensuring they can engage fully in lessons Working closely with teachers and other support staff to create an inclusive and positive learning environment Requirements: Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or similar role Knowledge of food preparation, hygiene, and safety procedures A patient, compassionate, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills A commitment to supporting the educational and personal development of students Apply now to be considered – interviews are taking place ASAP. Alternatively, contact Elise Harnwell at Parker Smith Inclusion.

Autism Specialist £450 - £500 per week PAYE Hillingdon Accessible via public transport Full-time (term time only) Excellent ongoing training and career progression A lovely family feel within the school and a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in SEND support Are you passionate about helping and giving back to people? Are you looking for a new role that gives you genuine job satisfaction? Do you want to help young people by giving them the education they deserve? I am currently working with a fantastic SEND school based in Hillingdon. They seek an Autism Specialist to join a supportive and positive team. This position is full-time and has an immediate start date. If you really want to kick start your career in SEND support, this is your role! In this Autism Specialist role, you would encounter various students with Autism / ASC and various learning difficulties. You would be required to work alongside a team of Speech and Language Therapists and Art Therapists. This position best suits someone with experience supporting children and young people in 121 settings. You would have primary responsibility of one pupil; however, there would be a requirement to assist across other classes if needed. What to expect in the role and what is expected of you: Integrating the creative arts into the curriculum such as music, art, drama and dance You will participate in a wide range of activities to promote the pupils' cognitive, cultural, social, physical, and emotional well-being. You must work alongside the teacher to create a plan and deliver learning activities You must monitor how the children are developing and set targets for them to reach Work alongside different professionals, including nurses, Occupational Therapists and Speech and Langauge Therapists. You will have to interact with the children through the use of play-based and sensory-related activities. Has a personal interest in working with young people with Autism and associated learning difficulties Already has some experience working with children with Special needs The ideal Autism Support Worker will be able to build strong and meaningful relationships with staff and students Perhaps you are a recent Graduate and you are looking to kickstart your career in an SEN School setting You will have a positive, patient, and proactive personality type with a desire to learn. Interested in hearing more? If you are interested in this position or want to know more about who we are and what other SEN jobs we have, you can contact Caitlin McSherry-Hows @ PS Inclusion. You can also apply by responding to this advert! If you are not contacted within 5 working days, you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in this role. However, we will keep your CV, and you are welcome to contact us to discuss your SEN career development. Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We will help you with this. By applying for this role, you consent to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your details in our fully encrypted database, per the new GDPR requirements.

SEND Teaching Assistant (Secondary) Long term contracts £90 - £100 Paid PAYE We are currently looking for SEND teaching assistants across North East London. The preferred person will be bursting with enthusiasm and real passion to support children with special education needs. We are looking for someone who is friendly and patient, and is able to build and maintain strong relationships with the children. Experience supporting SEN within a classroom is desirable, but equally if you have personal experience then you may have some fantastic transferrable skills so please get in touch. Why work with us? We have access to a wider range of job opportunities including vacancies that haven't been advertised yet :We have partnerships with multiple schools, Local Authorities, and educational organisations and can provide you with access to a wider range of job opportunities. Expertise in the SEND education industry: we have specialist knowledge and experience in the SEND education industry, including an understanding of school hiring practices and requirements, which can help you navigate the job search process more effectively. Assistance with CV and application materials: we can provide guidance on preparing effective resumes and application materials, which can help you to stand out to schools Interview preparation and coaching: we provide interview preparation and coaching tailored to the specific school to help you feel more confident and prepared for interviews. One application - Multiple Opportunities: are you too busy to fill out lots of different application forms? register with us and only fill out one form Continued support: we can provide continued support throughout the job search process, even after a job offer has been made If you think you would be an incredible asset to an already incredible team then please do get in touch by applying to this advert or emailing elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk

Primary Complex Needs Teacher SLD/PMLD September 2025 MPS/UPS + SEN point PAYE only North West London Are you a specialist SEND Teacher seeking an exciting opportunity teaching a KS1/KS2 group in a SEND school setting? Do you want to work in a new and expanding purpose built SEND school that offers extensive CPD and who take staff wellbeing very seriously? About the SEND Teacher role: The successful SEND Teacher will prepare, plan and deliver lessons to a small group of KS1 and KS2 pupils who are pre verbal with SLD and PMLD needs. The group are focused on sensory learning - colours music etc, there are also pupils with SLCN (Speech, Language and Communication Needs) within this class. The ideal SEND Teacher: The ideal SEND Teacher will be driven to succeed and teach children with special educational needs. SEND school experience is desirable but equally a strong EYFS teacher would be able to take their first steps into a SEND school due to the experienced support staff and supportive teaching and leadership team. The wonderful SEND school: Well resourced primary SEND school Potential for temp to perm depending on sept numbers Excellent facilities including hydrotherapy pool and brilliant sensory rooms High staff retention Developing integrated therapeutic educational model If you want to work in an authentic, child-centred, stable professional working environment that promotes high standards for our pupils and places a very high importance on staff wellbeing, then please apply today to Caitlin Mcsherry l at Parker Smith Inclusion – caitlin@psinclusion.co.uk If you are not contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and you are welcome to contact us to discuss your SEND career development. Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We will help you with this. By applying for this role, you are consenting to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.

East London SEMH Support Are you passionate about supporting students with diverse needs? Can you be a role model to students with SEND? We here at Parker Smith are working with a fantastic mainstream primary school in East London that are looking for someone to join their amazing team. You will work closely with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and challenging behaviour. Why work with us? We have access to a wider range of job opportunities including vacancies that haven't been advertised yet :We have partnerships with multiple schools, Local Authorities, and educational organisations and can provide you with access to a wider range of job opportunities. Expertise in the SEND education industry: we have specialist knowledge and experience in the SEND education industry, including an understanding of school hiring practices and requirements, which can help you navigate the job search process more effectively. Assistance with CV and application materials: we can provide guidance on preparing effective resumes and application materials, which can help you to stand out to schools Interview preparation and coaching: we provide interview preparation and coaching tailored to the specific school to help you feel more confident and prepared for interviews. One application - Multiple Opportunities: are you too busy to fill out lots of different application forms? register with us and only fill out one form Continued support: we can provide continued support throughout the job search process, even after a job offer has been made If you think you would be an incredible asset to a team then please do get in touch by applying to this advert or emailing elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk

PRU Behaviour Mentor £100- £120 PAYE April Start Do you have a passion and talent for supporting children and young people with behavioural and social emotional and mental health needs? We are working with a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) that is based within central London. The school has a primary and secondary site and is looking for experienced behavioural mentors to join both of their sites in September. Suitable candidates must have experience supporting young people. You must be resilient, understanding and confident in supporting young people with behavioural and social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). Even if your experience is informal/voluntary, I want to hear from you! The children you will support will have a variety of needs which can include significant complex behaviour challenges and sometimes associated SEND. PRU Behaviour Mentor requirements: ● Experience of working with young people with challenging behaviour and SEMH ●Teaching Assistant / Learning Mentor / Youth Worker experience / Behaviour Mentor ● Ability to build strong and meaningful relationships ● A passion for working with SEND is essential What you can expect as a PRU Behaviour Mentor? ● Excellent experience and training for aspiring Teachers, Pastoral workers, Child Psychologists, Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Counsellors, and Social Workers ●The opportunity to make a huge social impact, as a behaviour mentor you could change the path of someone’s life! Interested in hearing more about PRU Behaviour Mentor Opportunities If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or emailing your CV to elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk

Special Needs Teacher SEN School North East London MPS/UPS Outer London with SEND allowance All through SEND school for pupils age 3-19 ASAP, Easter or September start This is an opportunity for a dynamic, compassionate, and driven teacher to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs. SEN school in NE London seeks a Special Needs Teacher to join their team and contribute to their mission of enabling children and young people to flourish and lead independent and fulfilling lives. This Special Needs Teacher role is suitable for someone who is prepared to go the extra mile to enable pupils to make the progress that is right for them. About the Special Needs Teacher role The school has varied ages and needs, therefore, your role as a Special Needs Teacher will vary depending on which class you teach. For mainstream teachers wishing to transition into an SEN school setting, this school is ideal for finding the right class fit based on your skill set and passion for the area of SEND you would like to further your teaching career in. The school caters for children and YP with PMLD, ASC, SEMH with both formal and sensory learning. The ideal Special Needs Teacher will have QTS SEN experience from either mainstream or special settings Passion and desire to learn and enhance their SEND skills Why join this SEN school Part of a reputable trust with SEND and primary schools “A career for life” motto with opportunities for secondment to other schools in the trust Private healthcare including dental and opticians Work from home PPA time Extensive SEND specialist training Large SEND school with variety of needs so exposure to all different ages and SEN needs If you are interested in exploring this Special Needs Teacher role or would like to discuss other SEND leadership roles with Parker Smith Inclusion - The Ethical SEND Specialists please apply now or call Elise Harnwell on 0203 011 4848 **Parker Smith Inclusion - Ethical SEND Specialists with over 300 FIVE STAR Google Reviews**