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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Behaviour Mentor

Hackney
North East London
£100 - £120 per day
Behaviour Mentor North East London £100 - £120 Per Day PAYE! If you are a resilient person who is looking for a new, challenging role supporting young people with behaviour and social, emotional and mental health needs, then this is the role for you! We are working with a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit) based in central London that are seeking passionate and resilient behaviour mentors to join their experienced team. The school offers education to students in primary through to secondary who may be on a short-term or longer-term placement as they are not able to attend mainstream education. This will be due to their challenging behaviour, social, emotional and mental health needs and can be other additional needs. PRU Behaviour Mentor role; Supporting students with challenging behaviour and social, emotional and mental health needs Class sizes will be no more than 6 students Working 1:1 and within small groups Supporting young people with their learning needs Building strong and meaningful relationships PRU Behaviour Mentor Requirements; To have previous school or relevant experience supporting challenging behaviour To be resilient and passionate about helping young people succeed If you have a passion for sports, music or other interests, this can be welcomed into the role To be flexible and willing to help support across the school in primary and secondary if needed Apply today to Elise Harnwell at Park Smith Inclusion if you are interested in this role or other SEND positions!

Lead Speech and Language Therapist

Hackney
North East London
51000 - 57000
Lead Speech and Language Therapist North East London Permanent starting Salary £50514 - £57568 We are looking for an experienced Lead Speech and Language Therapist to join a school's trust, working across two sites based within North East London. The trust is committed to supporting young people with ASC and is looking for an experienced Lead SALT who shares their vision and is passionate about improving the quality of life for autistic children and young people. Within this role you will be the lead to the Speech and Language Therapist Team. Lead Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) Responsibilities; Leading a team of SALTs Making sure your team is making a real difference Support the Head of Integrated Services in reviewing and developing the team's approach Delivering an excellent and responsive speech and language therapy service Consult school staff such as Senior Leaders, SENCOs, and class teachers to support the integration of SaLT principles into the curriculum Lead SALT Requirements; Strong experience in leadership Qualified Speech and Language Therapist HCPC registration Experience in working with Children with Complex Needs Apply today to elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk at Park Smith Inclusion if you are interested in this role or other therapist's positions!

PRU Teacher - Hackney

Hackney
North East London
£37000 - £50000
PRU Teacher - Hackney Are you passionate about teaching students who are unable to access mainstream education? Pupil Referral Unit - PRU Teacher We are looking for a PRU Teacher for a PRU based in Hackney. The school caters for students who are unable to access mainstream education, with students on long and short term placements. The school has fantastic facilities including lots of outdoor space and educate children and young people who for many reasons cannot access any other formal educational settings – these are the most vulnerable, at risk and hard to reach in our community. Understanding their SEMH needs must be met before any academic development can happen. Understanding their SEMH needs is essential in these roles and we are seeking individuals who can make a positive impact. What We Are looking for Therapeutic teaching approach Social Emotional Mental Health Specialist Teacher Experience of teaching with emotional regulation and with positive behaviour/de-escalation strategies Positive role model to support communication, with a sensitive, nurturing, and consistent approach Experience with SEMH, Trauma, Sensory processing, social communication teaching background Ability to build strong and meaningful relationships with vulnerable students Experience of working with challenging behaviour What you can expect from this PRU Teacher role To teach in a setting with a likeminded team who are equally as dedicated to the learning and personal development of young people Working with Multidisciplinary therapy teams Working with disengaged young people Extensive specialist training from SEMH Specialists Gaining experience with a variety of SEND PRU Teacher requirements The passion to teach and inspire young people during a crucial stage of their personal and academic development. QTS or QTLS Experience working with disengaged students who have additional needs either in mainstream or SEND settings A nurturing, patient, empathetic and holistic approach Although experience teaching in SEMH specialist settings is beneficial I would also love to hear from individuals who are interested in taking their first steps into SEND settings. Interested in hearing more about PRU Teacher opportunities? Please apply to this advert now!

BSL Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Hackney
North East London
£85 - £95 per day
BSL Level 2 Teaching Assistant Hackney 1:1 BSL Level 2 or above Are you passionate about supporting deaf children with their learning and communication needs? Are you BSL level 2 qualified or higher? Are you keen to further your BSL communication skills in a dedicated school for deaf children? What you can expect as a BSL specialist TA / LSA Experience of working in a specialist school for the D/deaf To be part of a fantastic deaf support team who run a variety of deaf awareness events including BSL recognition week and many more Being part of wider school community with a commitment to signing Excellent experience and training for aspiring Teachers and of the deaf, SEN Teachers and Speech and language Therapists CSW BSL Specialist TA/LSA requirements: BSL Level 2 (Signature or iBSL accredited qualification). Ideally manual handling training knowledge/experience Good level of fluency Passionate about inclusion Although experience supporting children specialist deaf schools/provisions/ is certainly beneficial I would also love to hear from individuals who hold BSL level 2 and are looking to take their first step into education settings so please get in touch! 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.– BSL Level 2 Teaching Support

PMLD Teaching Assistant

Hackney
North East London
£85 - £90 per day
Role: PMLD Teaching Assistant Salary: £80 - £90 PAYE Location: North East London - Hackney Immediate Start Do you have a passion for supporting PMLD students? Are you seeking a rewarding career that will allow you to transform young lives? Perhaps you’re keen on starting a new career within a SEN environment whilst obtaining excellent training opportunities? I am working with a Special School based in the London Borough Hackney who are looking for committed, friendly, approachable people who are willing to learn new ways of working with children with Special Needs. The School: This special School focuses on supporting children from the age 3-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties, Moderate Learning Difficulties, PMLD, physical disabilities and medical needs. The Schools focus is for the students and staff to feel fulfilment, belonging and independence. Working as a PMLD Teaching Assistant: Excellent training and progression pathways fully supported by the ambitious SLT. Working closely with experienced professionals; SEN Teachers, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. A truly creative and engaging environment. Deliver pastoral and learning support. Provide feedback to pupils in relation to their progress and achievement. Personal care (feeding/changing) where required and assist with sensory and medical needs. Essential Requirements: Experience working within a Special School Experience working with medical, physical disabilities Experience working with children with SEND Classroom experience Pro-active, friendly and empathetic nature 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! Applying on our company website, uploading your CV to our website, or emailing your CV to elise.harnwell@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.

PMLD Teacher

Hackney
North East London
£165 - £240 per day
PMLD Teacher – Hackney - MPS - Long term - PAYE only - £165- 240 per day Are you a PMLD / SEN Teacher with an interest in joining an Outstanding SEN school from the new academic year? This position is a fantastic opportunity for a PMLD Teacher to start a rewarding teaching role in an SEN school located in London Borough of Hackney for September 2024 Brief overview: PMLD Teacher An Special school where the curriculum is learner centred and offers multiple pathways Teaching SEN children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) & Medical Needs Fully qualified mainstream primary and secondary teachers with an interest in moving into a SEN school are encouraged to apply Friendly and supportive environment Temp to permanent opportunity A school that has been accredited for staff development for over 20 years Extensive therapy team including OT, SaLT, Music therapy, Physiotherapist About the SEND specialist school Outstanding and prestigious SEN school in London Borough of Hackney Offers education to pupils Severe to Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties (SLD/PMLD), Medical Needs, Physical Disabilities Focuses on individual pupils’ abilities and supports them to reach their full potential Strong links to the community and fantastic multi agency links The ideal PMLD teacher The successful PMLD Teacher will have experience teaching SEN pupils, particularly with PMLD & Physical Disabilities. Some pupils are non-verbal and will use alternative communication methods such as Makaton and PECs. You will be teaching whole class lessons, working with small groups and supporting pupils individually. Due to the nature of the students, a patient, caring, compassionate and flexible approach is needed. Fully qualified mainstream teachers with an interest in moving into SEN are also encouraged to apply. If you would like to join this highly skilled staff team - please apply today by sending your CV to Elise Harnwell @ Parker Smith Inclusion

Behaviour Mentor

Tower Hamlets
North East London
85 - 100 per day
All Boys Social Emotional Mental Health School in East London Behaviour Mentor - North East London PAYE - £85 - £100 per day I am actively searching for positive Behaviour Mentors to support young people from vulnerable and challenging backgrounds. This all-boys school catering for students with social, emotional, and mental health problems. The school champions a trauma informed approach and cultivating student independence and community. Furthermore, this school favours communication over conflict and actively demonstrates to pupils that issues are best resolved by talking. To be a behaviour mentor we look for the following skills: Experience working with vulnerable young people and social emotional and mental health problems. Passion for supporting students with challenging behaviour and implementing positive behaviour and boundaries. A nurturing, caring and empathetic approach to vulnerable young people. Practising and trauma-informed approach Brilliant communication skills Resilient Ability to keep calm in challenging situations We would favour the following experience: Experience within Secondary School Experience within Youth Work (YMCA etc) Counselling experience or degree If you are interested within this role please do apply with your most up to date CV or send an email to elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk and we can get a call booked in for a registration, we are ideally looking to interview candidates from 15th April onwards. If this role is not for you but you would like to hear about more SEND opportunities please get in touch! 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.

Primary Complex Needs Teacher

Tower Hamlets
North East London
£189 - £307 per day PAYE (MPSUPS+SEN point)
Primary Complex Needs Teacher SLD/PMLD – Summer term – MPS/UPS + SEN point - PAYE only East London Are you a specialist SEN 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 who offer extensive CPD and who take staff wellbeing very seriously? About the SEND Teacher role The successful SEN Teacher will prepare, plan and deliver lessons to a small group of Yr1 and Yr2 pupils who are pre verbal with SLD and PMLD needs. The group are focused on sensory learning - colours music etc. The ideal SEND Teacher The ideal SEN 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 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 Elise Harnwell at Parker Smith Inclusion – elise.harnwell@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.