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SEND Learning Support Assistant – A Role Where You Can Make a Difference Every Day Location: Various schools in Barking and Dagenham Salary: £85 - £90 per day Hours: Full-time - Temp to Perm If you’ve found yourself drawn to working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, whether through personal experience or your past work, you already know the incredible rewards and challenges that come with this kind of role. For those of you who feel that this is where your passion lies, we want to help you take the next step in building a career that allows you to truly make a difference. There’s a unique sense of satisfaction in knowing you’re helping a child take those small steps towards growth, whether overcoming challenges or finding their confidence. If this resonates with you, you’re in the right place. The schools we work with are genuinely focused on creating environments where staff feel supported and valued so that you can focus on the work that really matters. You'll feel the difference when you step into one of these schools. Whether it’s a primary school with a strong SEND provision or a secondary school fostering collaboration and inclusivity, you’ll be part of a team as dedicated to supporting you as it is to support the students. The role won’t just meet immediate needs, it’ll be about building connections, seeing progress, and growing within a supportive community. This isn’t a job where you’ll be thrown into the deep end without support. The schools we partner with are committed to their staff. Whether it’s ongoing professional development, training, or just having a team that’s there when you need them, you’ll always have the support you need to thrive in your role. Maybe you’ve been working with children on a personal level, and now you’re ready to turn that experience into a career. Or perhaps you’ve been in a role that’s sparked your passion for SEND education, and you want to deepen your expertise. If this is where you see yourself growing, I would love to have a chat with you. Call me on 0203 011 4848 or email me at elisha@psinclusion.co.uk . We’d love to match you with a school where you can continue to make a difference every day.

Learning Support Assistant Location: Barking Salary: £85 - £90 per day Hours: Full-time, temp to perm Some roles just feel right - where the team is supportive, the leadership listens, and every day brings the chance to make a real impact. This inclusive, nurturing primary school in Barking is one of those places. People stay here because they feel valued, supported, and able to do the job they are trained to do. The school’s Additional Resource Provision (ARP) for children with SEMH needs is structured, well-resourced, and led by a team that understands how to help every child find their place and thrive. How the school will support you is important: ✔ You won’t be left figuring things out alone – A highly experienced SEN team and leadership that provides mentorship, training, and daily support. ✔ A school that genuinely values SEN expertise – Leadership recognises the importance of specialist support and ensures staff have the right tools, CPD opportunities, and encouragement to develop. ✔ A culture of well-being – Low staff turnover, a nurturing environment, and a team that supports each other make this a workplace where you’ll want to stay. You experience will make a real impact, every day - whether it’s helping a child self-regulate, gain confidence, or engage with learning in new ways, your patience and dedication will make a lasting difference. If you a ready to make a change, let’s chat. Call 0203 011 4848 or send your CV to elisha@psinclusion.co.uk

EYFS Teaching Assistant Location: Havering Salary: £85 - £90 per day Hours: 8:30 - 3:20 Stepping into this Outstanding primary school in Havering, the atmosphere is instantly inviting. The colourful, engaging early years space is filled with laughter, curiosity, and the hum of young learners exploring their world. This is a setting where children are encouraged to play, discover, and grow, and where the right support helps them build strong foundations—academically, socially, and emotionally. Working as an EYFS Teaching Assistant here means being part of a team that truly values the role of early years education. Well-resourced classrooms, structured support, and a nurturing approach allows dedicated, experienced staff to focus on what matters most - helping every child thrive! With only two resignations in the last five years, staff retention here speaks for itself. This is a school where people feel supported, developed, and genuinely happy in their roles, making it an environment where you can grow, feel valued, and make a lasting impact with your experience and skillset. This is more than just a role, it’s a chance to be part of a school where every child’s potential shines bright, and every staff member is valued and respected. If you feel like you might be ready to take the next step in your career, I would love to talk to you! Call 0203 011 4848 or send your CV to elisha@psinclusion.co.uk.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant: Havering £100 - £120 per day (Temp to Perm) Step into a vibrant, welcoming environment where children’s colourful work is proudly displayed, and natural light fills the classrooms. This is not just a beautiful space, it is a mainstream primary school where your skills, enthusiasm, and commitment will be respected. As an experienced HLTA, your confidence in planning and delivering lessons will be utilised regularly as you step up to cover teacher’s PPA, and run classes yourself. You will be provided with the resources needed for you to be able to support some of the most vulnerable children. Your experience working with young people with SEMH, Autism, behavioural difficulties and social communication needs, will stand you in good stead as you develop within the role. It goes without saying that in many schools, time can feel like a luxury. However, within this ‘Good’ school with a well-established SEN provision, dedicated spaces for interventions, and access to activity materials, you'll have the time you need to excel at the job you love. The Senior Leadership Team are passionate about providing pathways for their staff to pursue personal career goals, and ensure they provide comprehensive training and learning experiences to aspiring teachers. The role is initially on a contract basis, leading to a likely permanent position after you have had two terms to embed yourself in both the role and the culture of the school. If you feel this role or indeed similar roles are something that interest you, I would be delighted to have a conversation and discuss how I can support you with the right ‘next steps’ for your career. elisha@psinclusion.co.uk

Secondary SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Havering Salary: £85 - £90 per day (PAYE payments) Start Date: Immediate Walking through the warm, welcoming corridors of this vibrant secondary school in Havering, it’s clear that inclusion isn’t just a policy - it’s part of the school’s culture. From the bustling energy of engaged students to the calm, structured SEND provision, this is an environment where every young person is given the tools to thrive and experienced staff are valued for their expertise. The Senior Leadership team at this school recognises that effective SEND support takes time, training, and trust, and they’ve built a setting that enables just that. With well-organised interventions, tailored resources, and a collaborative approach, there’s space here for you to focus on what really matters. How will the school support you? ✔ A structured, well-equipped school that gives staff the time and tools to be effective ✔ A leadership team that listens, values experience, and prioritises well-being ✔ A collaborative environment where specialist knowledge is recognised and shared ✔ Genuine opportunities for professional development and career growth This is more than just a job, it’s a place where expertise is appreciated and the right support makes a real difference. If this sounds like the right fit, let’s talk. Call 0203 011 4848 or send your CV to elisha@psinclusion.co.uk.

ASC Teacher Enfield M1 - UPS1 (£36,000 - £50,000) Are you an experienced ASC Teacher who skills and experience are not having the impact they should have, because of the environment or lack of support. Arriving at the school with its modern building in an open space, and then meeting the staff, you immediately feel this is a welcoming environment. The therapy dogs in reception set the tone for the rest of the school. It is a happy place to work. An extremely experienced HLTA is in the classroom, provides welcome support, taking over lessons when you are engaged in PPA. The Senior Leadership team are very supportive of all teaching staff, helping shape curriculum and provide the necessary resources. They are also very aware of the pressures of life, and offer flexibility when required. Your career is as important to the school as it is you. They are keen for you to pursue professional development opportunities and enhance your skill set. And after all the hard work, there is the availability of the gym and wellbeing days to ensure you keep yourself balanced. If the opportunity this role presents inspires you, and you would like to discuss how you would deliver the best for the school, please contact me on 0203 011 4848 or katie@psinclusion.co.uk I look forward to hearing from you. Parker Smith Inclusion work with a large number of SEND schools and are therefore often recruiting for roles in special education. If this role is not quite right for you, please get in touch and we can spend time getting to know exactly how we can best support you in securing the right role for your SEND skills and experience.

Are you a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant who is not feeling fulfilled in your role because of the lack of support and opportunities? Arriving at the specialist SEND school, you will instantly feel at ease with the welcoming staff and warm environment. The school caters for students in Early Years to Key Stage 2 for children with complex needs. The classroom offers a wealth of experience with five members of staff including, the class teacher, an experienced HLTA and three SEN teaching assistants. You won’t be short of support and resources. The Senior Leadership and Teaching team are very supportive of all support staff, you will be treated the same as a permanent member from your first day. Your career is as important to the school as it is to you. The school is keen for support staff to pursue professional development. They can offer help and training in becoming a level 4 qualified HLTA or help with teacher training and apprenticeship programmes. The school is part of a much larger organisation, with campuses catering for students from Early Years to Post-16 with a range of SEND. Because of this they are able to offer so many opportunities for development. This really is somewhere you can grow and have a long-term career. If the opportunity this role presents inspires you, and you would like to discuss how you would deliver the best for the school, please contact me on 0203 011 4848 or katie@psinclusion.co.uk I look forward to hearing from you. Parker Smith Inclusion work with a large number of SEND schools and are therefore often recruiting for roles in special education. If this role is not quite right for you, please get in touch and we can spend time getting to know exactly how we can best support you in securing the right role for your SEND skills and experience.

SEMH Teaching Assistant Location- Enfield Primary and Secondary £100 - £115 PAYE Are you looking to be working within a PRU or SEMH school? Do you have a passion for helping children who cannot access mainstream schools due to their Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs? SEMH Teaching Assistant role; As a SEMH Teaching Assistant you will be supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health. The school is passionate about supporting every one of its students through a trauma-informed approach. This role might take you out of your comfort zone due to the school being challenging when it comes to the behaviour of the students, however, it can also be a very rewarding environment to work in. If you have a background or skills in sports this is very much welcomed within the role. The Ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant The ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant will have a genuine passion for SEN and build a career surrounding this. The ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant is resilient and adaptable. Experience working with children who have challenging behaviour. Experience or knowledge of working with children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The ideal SEMH teaching assistant will go above and beyond to change the lives of young people. The teaching assistant will excel in building a solid rapport with students and staff. The ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant can adjust to and overcome challenges whilst following appropriate protocol. Apply for the SEMH Teaching Assistant role; If you are interested in this role please apply to this advert, or you can email Katie at Parker Smith Inclusion on Katie@psinclusion.co.uk