1:1 Teaching Assistant

SEND Lecturer - 4 Days a Week with 1 PPA Day South London - Southwark Monday to Thursday, Friday – PPA/Training £160 to £220 a day (PAYE) Temp to Perm Are you a Qualified Teacher from a Further Education or Secondary Background, seeking a new type of role working within SEND? We are working with a fantastic SEND College to find someone to teach a class of students ages 16 to 25 with a diagnosis of Autism. Within this role, you will be supported by 7 to 8 SEND TAs who will work closely with each individual children, in accordance with your lesson plans which will teach the students various life skills. These skills are divided into pathways such as employability, relationships and personal health and would see the students working with the wider community and other businesses. You will be based in the classroom Monday to Thursday, with Fridays being a PPA day for you in addition to training. Within this time, students will go out with their assigned Tas to conduct activities in line with the tailored plans you have written for them, to help them overcome barriers to learning and personal development. This is a unique role with amazing opportunities for growth and professional development, including the rewarding nature of the word. This role is ideal for those looking to work with SEND and expand their SEND experience, alongside have a unique role which is different to normal teaching positions. So if you’re interested in this fantastic SEND setting and amazing opportunity, why not apply today? 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!

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant Croydon, South East London Immediate £90 - £110 per day PAYE Specialist Social Emotional and Mental Health School A specialist setting based in Croydon is in need of a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to work with a sixth form student with learning difficulties, cerebral palsy and ADHD. This pupil is a kind and unique individual in need of a resilient and robust SEN Teaching Assistant to support his learning and development at school. This school supports students facing barriers to learning in mainstream, many of whom have experienced past trauma, faced adverse life experience or be struggling with mental health issues and have behaviours that are unable to be accommodated in mainstream schools. Pupil needs are high, and having an understanding and empathy for students struggling with their mental health is an essential quality for this role. Similarly, to have an appreciation for the ways in which students may express their needs through physically aggressive or verbally abusive behaviour is vital. The ideal 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant may have/be… Experience working with students with learning difficulties and complex behaviours Experience working with young people in a residential or SEMH setting Understanding of appropriate boundaries and procedure in schools Passionate about giving all students with opportunity to succeed Why work with Parker Smith Inclusion? Confidential and transparent advice on your current job search. Ethical agency preferred by specialist settings. 250+ 5* Reviews Access to ‘hidden’ vacancies that are yet to be directly advertised. Support throughout the entire application and interview process. Ability to submit multiple applications at once. Access to experienced knowledge and advice of the SEN education industry and how best to crack your interview and land your dream role in SEN! Ready to be a part of something big? P.S. Click Apply!

Secondary Speech and Language Teacher - SLCN Specialist School up to £900 PAYE pw Are you a Qualified Teacher with a love for SEND and speech and language communication needs? Would you like to be part of an exciting secondary provision for students with SLCN? Do you want to be part of a forward thinking and innovative special school trust in South West London? SLCN Specialist Provision This Secondary provision for SLCN specialist school in South West London is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join them in September! The school is a special school for learners ranging from reception to KS4 and they are seeking a qualified teacher to join their permanent staff team. The provision will be for children who have identified Speech and Language Needs and who can benefit from both SLCN teaching and SALT interventions. The students will have an EHCP for SLCN and cognitively able but working lower than their expected age. Secondary Speech and Language Teacher requirements QTS or equivalent essential Passion for SEND or alternative education Qualifications or training in SLCN - beneficial Excellent track record of teaching secondary or primary age Ability to teach English - beneficial as you can lead on your specialist subject Commitment to inclusion Working knowledge of secondary curriculum What you can expect from this role Exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive team To be part of a wider special school trust and community with an outstanding reputation To work within a multi disciplinary team ( SALT and OT programme) This role would suit teachers from a mainstream background, or previous SEND school experience. If this is your 1st step into SEND teaching and you have any questions, please call and ask for Emilie, I will be happy to help. ECTs are also welcome to apply! 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! Or please email me on emilie@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.

ASD Teaching Assistant- Trainee ABA Tutor - Kensington and Chelsea £17000-19000 permanent contracts Do you have experience working with Autism and are looking for a new challenge? Are you looking for a permanent opportunity as a ASD Teaching Assistant in a school where you can progress and train as an ABA Tutor? Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Verbal Behaviour (VB) is a unique approach to supporting children with Autism focusing on each student’s individual educational programme to develop functional language and communication skills The School: This school is based in Central London with easy transport links. The school provides education to students from Reception to Key stage 4, with Autism and are dedicated to improving the lives of children with autism and their families. The school has been consistently graded as ‘Outstanding’ and has an exceptional leadership team. About the role – ASD Teaching Assistant/Trainee ABA Tutor Will be supporting children with autism on a 1:1 and small group basis Small class sizes - no more than 6 children You will help the Class Teacher to deliver 1:1 teaching and support You will develop your skills working with students with autism and receive specialist training surrounding the ABA/VB methodology Long term to permanent opportunity What is required - ASD Teaching Assistant/Trainee ABA Tutor Passionate about supporting students with SEND Committed to personal development and learning specialist skills Proactive and flexible Ability to be a team player and build rapport quickly Ideally a Graduate or someone with previous SEN experience either formal or informal Interested in hearing more about or ASD 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 or by sending your CV to emilie@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.

Learning Support Assistant - Barnet SEND school: Ethos for Inclusion, wellbeing, therapeutic education Immediate Start, Full-Time Permanent contract £17,500 - Term- time salary (FTE £21,500) Are you a Learning Support Assistant or wanting to become a Learning Support Assistant? Do you have a passion and talent for supporting Neuro-diverse children and young people? Are you an aspiring SEND Teacher or Child Psychologist? Do you have experience supporting highly anxious students? We are working in partnership with a secondary SEND school for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and Autism/ASC based in London Borough of Barnet. The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join their friendly and supportive staff team. This position is to start in September. This is a new and growing school, headed by a wonderfully inspiring Headteacher who supports and leads her dynamic and diverse staff team to enable them to be the best educators for the pupils who attend the school. This is an excellent opportunity for those aspiring SEND Teachers, Pastoral Workers, Child Psychologists, Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Counsellors, and Social Workers. Highlights: Learning Support Assistant SEND school for pupils with SEMH and Autism/ASC; some pupils will have undiagnosed mental health needs such as high anxiety and school phobia Based in the London Borough of Barnet September start Part-Time (ideally 3 or 4 days per week) & Full-Time positions available 8 pupils in a class Providing healthy and nurturing learning environment Making positive impacts on children and young people’s lives! £17,500pa (term time salary) depending on experience, weekly payment Learning Support Assistant Requirements: Has experience of working with young people with SEMH, Autism/ASC, anxiety, sensory processing difficulties, and social communication needs Available to start work in September Able to build solid and meaningful working relationships and be a role model Passionate for working with SEND Some of the students have never been diagnosed or will not be diagnosed, but they are suffering with mental health needs such as high anxiety and find it difficult to be in mainstream school settings for different reasons. The school is determined to provide a positive, therapeutic, nurturing, and encouraging learning environment where children can develop their self-esteem and independence. Learning Support Assistant | SEND Job | Barnet, North London | Full-Time | September Start 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! 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.

SEMH English Teacher – Immediate - Complex SEMH/ASD - SW London Are you an experienced and qualified teacher looking for a new challenge or career progression? Are you able to teach English to GCSE or functional skills English? Is the opportunity to make a genuine social impact what you have been waiting for? Are you a mainstream English Teacher looking for an opportunity to transition into a SEND school? I am interested in speaking to qualified English Teachers in East London who have a passion for working with vulnerable children with highly complex SEMH needs/disorders and ASD. This is a permanent position to start ASAP, the school is in brand new premises and you will be joining a vibrant and welcoming staff team. Teachers from mainstream backgrounds looking to transition to SEND settings, specifically SEMH, are encouraged to apply! Brief overview: SEMH English Teacher £30,000-£45,000 (depending on experience) Location: Sutton SEMH school for children with a diagnosis of SEMH and co-morbid needs Role to start ASAP Ability to engage children with SEND is essential As this is a challenging school, all staff are trained in de-escalation and physical interventions appropriate for the setting Weekly Continued Professional Development About the role of SEMH English Teacher: As a SEMH English Teacher based in this highly complex setting, you will be responsible for delivering creative and engaging lessons for small groups of 4 to 6 children. Working as a SEMH English Teacher requires a holistic approach, focusing on the whole child, academic development is only possible when you address the primary need first. You will work with the school's multidisciplinary therapy team, helping students find ways to do the things they need and want to do. This opportunity will suit a teacher who has a passion and natural ability to engage hard to reach pupils and those with strong classroom presence. You will engage the children and young people within the school in innovative, therapeutic, and meaningful activities, supporting them in learning to help them reach their full potential. The school values pupil progress and it is a positive and safe learning environment where staff moral is high. Requirements for SEMH English Teacher: To work as a SEMH English Teacher, you will require QTS or QTLS and have relevant experience as a Teacher in the UK. Solid experience working with highly vulnerable children, pupils at risk of exploitation, gang-related issues, violent and aggressive behaviour, substance misuse, school phobic, highly disengaged pupils, attachment and anxiety disorders is beneficial but we want to hear from ALL teachers. If you are interested in a teaching approach that is holistic and therapeutic but don’t necessarily have this experience yet, please still enquire. Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please email your interest along with your CV to emilie@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.

School-Based Paediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) - SEN School *** Newly qualified Occupational Therapists / Band 5 are welcome to apply *** *** Working in a specialist SEN school that caters for children with Autism / Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) *** *** Brent, North West London *** *** Temp to Permanent / Permanent contracts; Full-Time (term time only) OR part-time (minimum 3 days a week) *** ***Remote working for allocated admin time*** ***Established Multidisciplinary Therapy (MDT) Team to provide support, and supervision where required*** *** £120 - £210 Daily Rate (PAYE) based on NHS Band Scale *** 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 SEN 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 (OT) to join a beautiful SEN school; they have a wonderful provision based within the school, which caters for pupils with Autism / ASC, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Profound Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). About the school This remarkable school is dedicated to providing an inclusive and nurturing environment for children with Autism, complex needs, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Profound Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). The school embraces every student's unique abilities and challenges, creating a haven of education, support, and growth. The school's buildings feature open spaces, abundant natural light, and warm, inviting colours, creating a welcoming and engaging environment. The layout incorporates sensory-friendly design principles, such as noise reduction measures and comfortable sensory spaces, to accommodate students' needs. Their classrooms are tailored to meet the diverse requirements of the students. Each room is equipped with specialised learning materials, visual aids, and assistive technology to support different learning styles and communication needs. Sensory areas within the classrooms provide a safe and stimulating space for students to regulate their sensory experiences. The school's multi-sensory rooms are truly magical spaces where students can engage in therapeutic experiences that combine sound, light, colour, and texture. These rooms provide a safe and calming environment, enabling students to explore and develop their senses while promoting relaxation, self-regulation, and emotional well-being. About the School-Based Paediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) role A school-based Paediatric 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 (SaLT), 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. Occupational Therapist 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, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Profound Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) 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 4:30pm, 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 Emilie Pecheur 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.

Mental Health Teaching Assistant Mitcham Based £90 to £110 per day (PAYE) Monday to Friday Immediate Primary school Phonics experience - essential Do you want to support SEMH children as a Teaching Assistant? We have a great opportunity to support SEMH students at a secondary school in the Mitcham area. With great outdoor space, onsite parking for staff, newly refurbished indoor areas and excellent facilities to support the students and encourage growth and education, this is a great place to support the young students. As a teaching assistant you will be working in a classroom environment alongside various supportive and friendly staff within the primary school. In this role, you will need to support a wide range of students, including students who may have challenging behaviour, pupils with autism, anxiety and some who may have trauma. Having some experience within a SEND or SEMH role is desirable as the environment can be volatile and de-escalation is sometimes required. The successful applicant will start at 8:30 am and finish the school day at 4:30 pm latest. Onsite parking is available, and you will be working within the newly refurbished buildings on the school grounds alongside other supportive and friendly staff. What are we looking for in a SEND Teaching Assistant: Phonics experience (any programme) is essential A caring and nurturing attitude Good understanding of a SEND Environment Proactive and confident using own initiative Ability to de-escalate challenging behaviour Encouraging positive social development Previous Teaching Assistant or support experience (desirable but not essential) Interested in hearing more about opportunities like this SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant role? 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. 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.