1:1 Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference in the SEND sector? Do you possess the dedication and empathy to support these students in their educational journey? If so, you're in the right place.

We understand the vital role that SEND 1:1 Teaching Assistants play in the inclusive education system. That's why we're dedicated to connecting talented individuals like you with rewarding opportunities in the field of Special Education.

Our honest approach means that all of the jobs you will see advertised will be real vacancies. There are some jobs we are consistently recruiting for and you will see these appear alongside our live vacancies. If you can't find the job you are looking for advertised here, please email us at hello@psinclusion.co.uk or call us on 0203 011 4848

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Therapeutic Nurture Teacher SEMH

Mole Valley
Surrey
£150 - £215 PAYE Per Day (in line with M1-M6 Fringe)
Therapeutic Nurture Teacher SEMH Chelmsford £150 - £215 PAYE Per Day, in line with M1 - M6 Fringe salary ASAP Start Temp to Permanent About the School I work with a therapeutic SEN school in Chelmsford, and the school is dedicated to providing exceptional education and support to children in Key Stages 3 and 4 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, and Dyslexia. The school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment prioritising holistic development and individualised learning. Role Overview As a Nurture Teacher, you will empower the students in key stage 3 to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. You will craft engaging lessons tailored to meet individual children's needs, foster a positive classroom culture, and utilise therapeutic approaches to support emotional regulation and well-being. Key Responsibilities Design and deliver dynamic and individualised lessons for Key Stage 3 students with SEMH, including PTSD, ADHD, and attachment disorder; some children have additional needs such as Autism / ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) and mild Speech and Language Communication Needs (SLCN). Many children will have mild to moderate learning difficulties. Implement nurturing and therapeutic strategies to create a supportive learning environment. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalised learning plans. Provide pastoral care and emotional support to students, promoting their social and emotional development. Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS Experience working with children with SEMH and/or Autism Strong understanding of therapeutic interventions and nurturing approaches. Passion for creating inclusive and supportive learning environments. Therapeutic Teacher | Nurture Teacher | SEMH | QTS or QTLS | ASAP Start | SEN Job | Education Job | Teaching Job | Chelmsford If you are interested in this Therapeutic Teacher role, please apply or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion.

1:1 Teaching Assistant - SEN - Southend

Southend
Essex
PAYE ONLY
1:1 Teaching Assistant – SEN - Southend £75 - £95 Per Day – PAYE only! Are you driven to make a positive change to children’s development? Have you worked with SEN children before? Do you feel the reward and satisfaction of helping a child with SEN achieve? If yes is the answer to the above questions we are looking for someone like you to work as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant in a primary school with high levels of SEN. Becoming a 1:1 Teaching Assistant will require you to work both inside and outside the classroom with the child for the full academic year with their Emotional and Learning development. The child you will be supporting requires someone with the following attributes: Emotional resilience with a positive mindset. Team player who can build rapport with children, staff and parents. Wants to improve own skillset by learning new specialist skills. Determination to improve the child’s social, emotional and mental health development. The school The school is a 2 form entry primary school in the heart of Southend. The school strongly believes in the wellbeing of both the staff and students alike. It is a mainstream school with a mid in take of SEN children. Interested in hearing more about 1:1 Teaching Assistants roles? 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 Harry@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 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.

1:1 Teaching Assistant - SEN - Brentwood

Brentwood
Essex
PAYE ONLY
1:1 Teaching Assistant – SEN - Brentwood £80 - £95 Per Day – PAYE only! Are you driven to make a positive change to children’s development? Have you worked with SEN children before? Do you feel the reward and satisfaction of helping a child with SEN achieve? If yes is the answer to the above questions we are looking for someone like you to work as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant in a primary school with high levels of SEN. Becoming a 1:1 Teaching Assistant will require you to work both inside and outside the classroom with the child for the full academic year with their Emotional and Learning development. The child you will be supporting requires someone with the following attributes: Emotional resilience with a positive mindset. Team player who can build rapport with children, staff and parents. Wants to improve own skillset by learning new specialist skills. Determination to improve the child’s social, emotional and mental health development. The school The school is a 2 form entry primary school in the heart of Brentwood. The school strongly believes in the wellbeing of both the staff and students alike. It is a mainstream school with a mid in take of SEN children. Interested in hearing more about 1:1 Teaching Assistants roles? 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 Harry@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 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.

Learning Support Assistant - Southend

Southend
Essex
£400-£500 per week - paid PAYE
Learning Support Assistant EYFS, KS1, KS2 - opportunities to support across all year groups Supporting new students in September with ASD & Associated Learning Needs Southend, Essex £400 -£500 per week paid PAYE Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities If you have personal experience with SEND, this may be the perfect opportunity for you to bring your knowledge and experience into a fulfilling and rewarding career. I am currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a warm and welcoming Primary school based in Southend, Essex, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a passion to support vulnerable children and work alongside pupils who require specialist support whilst at school. The school are seeking a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide academic, emotional and behavioural support to a number of children who require specialist assistance. The school has a warm and friendly atmosphere where every member of staff is valued and supported. They are looking forward to welcome new children in January with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) who will need expert support in their classes. As a Learning Support Assistant you will work closely with the class teacher to provide individualised support to the pupils, tailoring strategies to their specific needs. You will be required to work alongside a fantastic therapy team, consisting of Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Play Therapists, giving you an excellent insight into where this career could take you! You will use your knowledge and experience to engage the children and help them overcome any barriers to learning. Whether it's supporting their maths & english skills, assisting with behaviour management or providing emotional support when needed, you will play a vital role in the children's progress and wellbeing. As a member of staff at the school, you will have access to their fantastic facilities, free onsite parking and easy public transport links. You will join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing the best possible education for the children. The friendly Senior Leadership Team will be available to support and guide you on your journey with the school. This position starts in September 2023, with trial days taking place in ASAP. If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference children's lives, then please get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you. Interested in hearing more? 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.

Speech and Language Therapist - Essex

All
Essex
£30000 - £45000
Speech and Language Therapist - Essex Are you currently working in a school Speech and Language Therapy team and looking for a change or progression? Are you a Speech and Language Therapist with HCPC registration but requiring sponsorship to work in the UK? Do you have experience in Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy and looking for a role in which to specialise working with children? Are you a confident and motivated Band 5 or an emerging Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist who would like to work within schools in either a part-time or full-time capacity? Are you looking for an opportunity to work around your family life, or are you keen to build new skills in SEND, such as SI (Sensory Integration)? Parker Smith Inclusion is currently partnered with many Essex-based special schools looking to expand their Therapy offer. The schools’ Speech and Language Teams we work with are across Essex and have opportunities to cover part-time, full-time, locum, or permanent. The opportunities are flexible enough to work with you, and working in schools offers a great work-life balance. The roles will vary depending on the type of setting. We work with Multidisciplinary/ Speech and Language Therapy teams in various settings: Mainstream schools with ARP (Additionally Resourced Provisions), SEND schools for ASD, MLD, SLD, PMLD, SLCN, SEMH and trauma-informed schools. During school closures, some of our schools lost locum staff in their Speech and Language Therapy teams, so a number of our schools are looking to offer permanent contracts to SaLTs looking for security in school-based work. Opportunities include: Newly qualified Speech and Language Therapist (Band 5 equivalent) Experienced Speech and Language Therapist (Band 6 equivalent) Lead Speech and Language Therapist (Band 7/8 equivalent) Sponsorship available for HCPC registered therapists (or in process) Responsible for: Delivery of Speech and Language Therapy within school settings, either one site or multisite or as an Advisory Service for Local Authorities. Speech and Language Therapy hours and contract types: Full-time – term time only Part-time – term time only Full-time – 52 weeks Part-time – 52 weeks Permanent contracts, FTC, temporary and locum Locations: Colchester Chelmsford Thurrock Basildon Harlow Epping Basildon Southend The Speech and Language therapy teams form part of a multi-disciplinary team to drive forward development and rehabilitation programmes. As a Speech and Language Therapist, you will provide direct clinical care, which will encompass Speech and Language Therapy assessments, treatment and management of needs extended to life outside of school. You will assess, implement and develop treatment programmes according to diagnosis and identified needs. Candidate should be/have: A registered Speech and Language Therapist with the HCPC (Health Care Professions Council) or registration n process. Paediatric experience. A passion for working in Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy. An understanding of Speech and Language Therapy process/interventions. Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills. Resilience and an ability to manage difficult situations. Whatever your situation or level of experience, please speak to us today to discuss opportunities within Speech and Language Therapy in Essex! Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about our Speech and Language Therapy opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by responding to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or emailing your CV to harry@psinclusion.co.uk 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 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.

1:1 Teaching Assistant - SEN - Basildon

Brentwood
Essex
PAYE ONLY
1:1 Teaching Assistant – SEN - Basildon £80 - £105 Per Day – PAYE only! Are you driven to make a positive change to children’s development? Have you worked with SEN children before? Do you feel the reward and satisfaction of helping a child with SEN achieve? If yes is the answer to the above questions we are looking for someone like you to work as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant in a secondary school with high levels of SEN. Becoming a 1:1 Teaching Assistant will require you to work both inside and outside the classroom with the child for the full academic year with their Emotional and Learning development. The child you will be supporting requires someone with the following attributes: Emotional resilience with a positive mindset. Team player who can build rapport with children, staff and parents. Wants to improve own skillset by learning new specialist skills. Determination to improve the child’s social, emotional and mental health development. The school The school is a Secondary School in the heart of Basildon. The school strongly believes in the wellbeing of both the staff and students alike. It is a mainstream school with a mid in take of SEN children. Interested in hearing more about 1:1 Teaching Assistants roles? 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 Harry@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 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.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Southend

Hounslow
North West London
£400 - £525 per week PAYE
SEMH Teaching Assistant Southend - On-Sea Social Emotional Mental Health Special Educational Needs Ages 3 to 19 Vacancies in their primary and secondary site Beautiful school with a therapeutic approach to teaching and mentoring Up to £100 Per Day PAYE Long-Term Roles with ASAP Start's Available Are you a caring and resilient person who would make an excellent role model? Do you have a strong drive to help and support children with special educational needs? I am currently working with a truly fantastic school in the London Borough of Hounslow who is now seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants to join their welcoming team. What to expect as an SEMH Teaching Assistant: The opportunity to work alongside a fantastic and supportive senior leadership team where staff well-being is a priority The opportunity to gain valuable experience working to help and support children with additional needs within a classroom setting Up to £100 per day PAYE Excellent work-life balance due to school hours and working during term time only The opportunity to develop professionally with further training Requirements of an SEMH Teaching Assistant: A caring, supportive and resilient personality Works well as part of a team, able to be flexible where necessary Experience working as a teaching assistant previously would be highly valued for this role Experience working with children in a school or youth club setting would be highly valued for this role Experience working as a care worker would be hugely beneficial for this role Interested in hearing more about our SEMH Teaching Assistant 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 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.

Nurture Teaching Assistant

Redbridge
North East London
£17,000 - £20,000
Nurture Teaching Assistant – Redbridge Do you have experience supporting children with special educational needs? Do you have experience working with pupils who have an EHCP that require 1:1 learning support? Are you keen to make a difference to the lives of children and young people whilst building your experience and furthering your career in SEND/SEMH? I am seeking a passionate and engaging SEN Nurture Teaching Assistant who wants to provide meaningful and essential support to vulnerable children who require it most! This is a 1:1 Nurture TA role working with a year 5 child with significant, complex behaviour challenges and ASC. Home schooling will have been incredibly tough without dedicated 1:1 support and they really need you now more than ever! Nurture Teaching Assistant Requirements Experience of working with children/young people with Autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties and learning difficulties, speech and communication difficulties or experience with SEMH, Trauma, Sensory processing, mental health issues Learning Support / Teaching Assistant experience Ability to be nurturing and caring Proactive, flexible and willing approach Ability to build rapport with disengaged students Patience and understanding of the difficulties surrounding children’s return to school What you can expect as an Nurture Teaching Assistant 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 change a child/young person’s life and impact their learning and ongoing personal development The chance to work with likeminded, caring and experienced colleagues in a variety of settings Interested in hearing more? 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 Harry@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. 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.