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School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) - January 2025 Are you an Occupational Therapist (OT)? Are you registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)? Do you have paediatric experience? Parker Smith Inclusion is an ethical, people-focused SEND recruitment consultancy. We have several Occupational Therapist vacancies available, and we are actively looking to connect with individuals looking to work in paediatrics or education. We want to speak to professionals passionate about working with vulnerable children and young people with highly complex needs. We are seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to join a beautiful SEND school; they have an excellent provision based within the school, which caters for pupils with ASD and other moderate learning difficulties. About the role A school-based Occupational Therapist aims to help vulnerable children and young people be as independent as possible. You will look at the whole child, tackling individual tasks and helping children find ways to do what they need and want to do. You will also liaise closely with the multi-disciplinary team, including Physiotherapists, Speech & Language Therapists, and teaching/support staff. You will engage with the children and young people within the school in innovative, helpful therapeutic and meaningful activities, supporting them in learning and reaching their full potential. Requirements You must hold a recognised Occupational Therapy degree and be HCPC registered You will need solid experience, ideally working with highly vulnerable children and young people or children with Autism/ASC and learning disabilities Overseas-trained and newly qualified Band 5 Occupational Therapists are welcome to apply! In line with NHS band scales, however, please note that sometimes your salary will be pro-rated as it is term-time only. The working hours are 8:30am to 4pm, so for our OTs looking for work-life balance, this is a huge benefit. This also benefits our OTs who work privately or like to have free time to work on other projects! Interested in hearing more? Please get in touch if you want to hear more about our Occupational Therapist opportunities! You can apply by responding to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or emailing your CV to Caitlin at Parker Smith Inclusion. Unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role if you are not contacted within 5 working days. 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 personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.

Mainstream Primary Teaching Assistant SEND-focused Hillingdon, North West London 8:30am - 15:30pm Monday - Friday £90 to £100 a day PAYE We are working with a lovely mainstream primary school which is a part of a well-established academy, they are a beautifully resourced and modern school with very low levels of behaviour across all classes. Within this role, you will be working within a year 3 class, working alongside 3x Teaching Assistants and 1x Class Teacher, supporting the more vulnerable students within the class, and offering academic and emotional support to the pupils who require this the most. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, all whilst building bonds with the students and helping them to grow and overcome barriers to learning. So, if this rewarding role sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, why not apply today? The ideal candidate: The ideal Primary Teaching Assistant would have experience working with children with autism, personal or professional experience I would love to hear from you The ideal candidate will be proactive in their approach The ideal candidate will be prepared to manage challenging behaviour and support students who may come from challenging or disadvantaged backgrounds Experience would be preferred but if you have a can-do attitude I want to hear from you Interested in hearing more about our roles? If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert. If you are not contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in 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.

Mental Health Teaching Assistant Hillingdon, North West London Additional training £90 - £110 Per day PAYE, depending on experience ASAP Start, full-time (term time only) We are working with a specialist SEMH provision in Hillingdon, and the school is seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join them for an immediate start on a full-time contract basis. The School This is a specialist SEMH provision, not a Pupil Referral Unit. The provision aims to provide a nurturing and therapeutic educational experience through personalised learning and development by offering young people a physical, intellectual, emotional and social curriculum, ensuring they meet each pupil's needs individually. You would work alongside a team of experienced, dedicated staff who focus on the children's positive attributes. These pupils will all have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). Some will also have additional needs such as Autism and ADHD. The ideal Mental Health Teaching Assistant Do you have experience working in a SEN school, SEN resource provision within mainstream school, or Alternative Provision? Are you looking to make a difference in a young person’s life who has Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)? Are you looking to work with children and young people with dysregualted behaviour? Can you develop meaningful relationships with children who has complex mental health? Are you looking for your next challenge? If you answered yes to the above questions, then this could be your role.. If you want to hear more about our Mental Health Teaching Assistant opportunities, please get in touch with Caitlin @ Parker Smith Inclusion! You can also apply by responding to this advert! 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 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 are consenting to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements

Graduate Teaching Assistant Northwood £85 - £90 per day - paid PAYE January 2025 Monday to Friday - Term Time Only Are you a graduate interested in supporting those with additional needs and making a change in young people’s lives? We are working with a range of fantastic schools in the London borough of Harrow to find Graduate Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs, this role in particular is to support KS1 students within a Mainstream Primary School each with an individual EHCP (Education Health Care Plan), the students within this school require extra support inside and outside of the classroom, you would need to manage behaviour, re-direct them to their classwork, work on social skills and communication skills, and other general support. We have different opportunities available to work with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health, students with Autism, students removed from mainstream education, SEND provisions in mainstream schools and students with other needs. These opportunities are long-term roles and would see you working in a single school of your choosing. This is a great way to gain experience and make a positive impact on young people’s lives, with opportunities to get training and develop different pathways working within SEND and the education sector. This is a great way to launch your career and gain valuable experience whilst working in a rewarding role. Duties, times and training vary depending on what school you are in. However, you will do a trial day before deciding where you want to stay. This means you will be in the best position for yourself, doing what you are looking for workwise and gaining the experience which is most valuable for what you're pursuing in your career. You will build bonds with students, provide guidance to them and support them within a classroom environment. So, if this sounds like the role for you, why not apply today and I will be in contact with you.

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant Hillingdon, North West London £400 - £500 per week paid PAYE Monday to Friday Term Time Only 8:30am - 4pm We are working with a fantastic school that specialises in children aged 3 to 19 who have Complex Needs. While experience is preferred, we believe that the right personality and attitude towards this position can be just as impactful. The school welcomes applicants who have a genuine passion for supporting children with Autism. So if you are dedicated, compassionate, and truly want to make a difference, we want to hear from you! At this extraordinary school, they understand that growth and development are key to success. That's why they offer fantastic training and career progression opportunities, helping you become the best Teaching Assistant you can be. In addition to a competitive pay rate ranging from £90 to £110 per day, they also offer an immediate start (subject to vetting), this means that you can make an impact and start inspiring young minds without delay. Working alongside a wonderful and supportive team, you will have the opportunity to create positive learning experiences for students. So, if you have dreamt of becoming a teacher and impacting the lives of students with Special Educational Needs, this is your chance to turn that dream into reality. Join the team of passionate professionals and help shape the future of the incredible students. Interested in hearing more about opportunities like this? If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by responding to this advert and uploading your CV to our website. If you are not contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in 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 details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.

Behaviour Mentor Long term contract Hillingdon £100 per day, paid PAYE Term time only Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4pm One of our schools is looking to appoint a Behaviour Mentor to join them on a full-time permanent contract basis in January. This is a term-only position, with a salary of £100 per day. School hours are 8:30am until 4pm. Secondary age students thrive in their purpose-built classroom hub and require an experienced, nurturing and strong-willed Behaviour Mentor to support them. For secondary students, they provide a rich curriculum covering core subjects alongside exciting vocational courses. From barbering and construction to horticulture, hospitality, and motor vehicle studies, there are ample opportunities for growth and exploration. About the needs Some children may have Autism and other associated needs Often have difficulties managing their emotions Can feel anxious, frustrated, angry, and scared May have verbal and/or physical aggression About the school Hillingdon, North West London Provides individualised curriculum to students who have been diagnosed with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) Some students have Autism/ASC and other learning disabilities Provides a therapeutic and nurturing learning environment Works very closely with local communities, including a local farm About you We don't need any qualifications for you to be able to work in this school. You will be positive and not afraid of challenges. You will understand children's backgrounds and be able to build trusting relationships. You will manage behaviour in positive ways and will support children to learn. You are well-organised and have clear communication skills. You may have personal interests or experience supporting children and young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and challenging homes. Interested in hearing more about the Behaviour Mentor role? 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 @ Parker Smith Inclusion.

Mental Health Teaching Assistant Hillingdon, North West London £90 - £110 Per day PAYE, depending on experience ASAP Start, full-time (term time only) We are working with a specialist SEMH provision in Hillingdon, and the school is seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join them for an immediate start on a full-time contract basis. The School This is a specialist SEMH provision, not a Pupil Referral Unit. The provision aims to provide a nurturing and therapeutic educational experience through personalised learning and development by offering young people a physical, intellectual, emotional and social curriculum, ensuring they meet each pupil's needs individually. You would work alongside a team of experienced, dedicated staff who focus on the children's positive attributes. These pupils will all have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). Some will also have additional needs such as Autism and ADHD. The ideal Mental Health Teaching Assistant Do you have experience working in a SEN school, SEN resource provision within mainstream school, or Alternative Provision? Are you looking to make a difference in a young person’s life who has Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)? Are you looking to work with children and young people with dysregualted behaviour? Can you develop meaningful relationships with children who has complex mental health? Are you looking for your next challenge? If you answered yes to the above questions, then this could be the role for you.. If you want to hear more about our Mental Health Teaching Assistant opportunities, please get in touch with Caitlin @ Parker Smith Inclusion! You can also apply by responding to this advert! 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 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 are consenting to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements

Graduate Teaching Assistant London Borough of Hillingdon £85 - £90 per day - paid PAYE January 2025 Monday to Friday - Term Time Only Are you a graduate interested in supporting those with additional needs and making a change in young people’s lives? We are working with a range of fantastic schools in the London borough of Hillingdon to find Graduate Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs. With different opportunities available to work with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health, students with Autism, students removed from mainstream education, SEND provisions in mainstream schools and students with other needs. These opportunities are long-term roles and would see you working in a single school of your choosing. This is a great way to gain experience and make a positive impact on young people’s lives, with opportunities to get training and develop different pathways working within SEND and the education sector. This is a great way to launch your career and gain valuable experience whilst working in a rewarding role. Duties, times and training vary depending on what school you are in. However, you will do a trial day before deciding where you want to stay. This means you will be in the best position for yourself, doing what you are looking for workwise and gaining the experience which is most valuable for what you're pursuing in your career. You will build bonds with students, provide guidance to them and support them within a classroom environment. So, if this sounds like the role for you, why not apply today and I will be in contact with you.