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

Active jobs

BSL Learning Support Assistant

Tower Hamlets
North East London
£85-£100 per day
We are working with a large and diverse primary school in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets who are looking to recruit a BSL Learning Support Assistant. The BSL Learning Support Assistant role: BSL Level 2 Prior experience working with and supporting students with special educational needs A passion and enthusiasm for helping children to overcome learning barriers To be part of a fantastic school and team Being part of a wider school community with a commitment of signing Excellent experience and training for aspiring Teachers and of the deaf, SEN Teachers and Speech and Language Therapists Long term contract PAYE Although experience supporting children specialist deaf schools/provisions/ is certainly beneficial, I would love to hear from anyone who is considering taking a step into the field of education If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by the response to this advert! Unfortunately, if you are not contacted within 5 working days, 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 GDPR requirements.

Primary ASC Teacher

Hackney
North East London
£35000 - £56000
Primary ASC Teacher – North East London SEND School – Permanent Are you a specialist ASC Teacher seeking an exciting opportunity in a SEND 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 Primary ASC Teacher role The successful Primary ASC Teacher will prepare, plan and deliver lessons to a small group of pupils who have autism and complex needs, and you will help to nurture them and help them to achieve their learning outcomes The ideal Primary ASC Teacher The ideal primary ASC Teacher will be driven to succeed and teach children with autism and complex needs. You will have the passion and purpose to want to make a difference in the world. You will understand the pathways this teaching can represent to help pupils gain employment. The ideal primary ASD Teacher will be a passionate individual who relishes in all challenges teaching students with additional needs can have. Ideally the school are looking for a teacher with previous experience teaching students with SEND, autism and complex needs but mainstream teachers are welcome to apply as with the schools outstanding CPD programme and specialist SEMD training, this truly is a wonderful school to take those first SEND teaching steps!! The wonderful SEND school Well resourced large SEND school in West London Primary and secondary age – ASD and complex needs Lots of opportunities to progress in growing school Supportive leadership who are passionate about staff progression Employee counselling and support Generous pension scheme 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 Sophie Kelly 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.

SEN School Based - Band 7 or 6 OT

Hackney
North East London
£35,000 - £45,000; Permanent
Band 7 or very experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Permanent - September Start £35,000 - £45,000 Special School Based Hackney I am looking for Band 7 or highly experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist for my Special School based in London Borough of Hackney. This School is all through 2-19 with a nursery and creche on site supporting children with complex needs, PMLD, physical disabilities, autism, SLD & MLD. They are offering an opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join their supportive therapy team and have supervision duties for a Band 5 OT helping them develop their skills and supporting them through their assessments, this is a permanent opportunity to work in a supportive, structured environment with SALTs, Education Psychologists and other OTs. Main Responsibilities: Conducting assessments and developing individualised treatment plans for all aged children with PMLD, SLD & MLD needs. Providing direct therapy interventions to support children's motor skills, sensory processing, and self-regulation Collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to integrate therapy goals into the curriculum and daily routines Monitoring progress and adjusting treatment plans as needed Contributing to the development and implementation of school-wide initiatives to promote inclusion and well-being Benefits: In-house therapy team Outstanding resources and facilities Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young adults Supportive and collaborative work environment 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 email me on 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.

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Hackney
North East London
£80 - £90 per day
Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant | Hackney | ASAP Start | £80-£85 per day PAYE Are you a Graduate looking to gain some fantastic experience before pursuing a rewarding career? Do you have a passion for Special Education Needs Children and their development? I am working with an 'Outstanding' primary community school in Hackney who are seeking bubbly, engaging and energetic Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistants to join their team on a successful team. The school are very keen on individuals who want to make a difference to SEN children’s lives whilst also bringing along their own initiative and energy to the classroom! What to expect working as a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting SEN pupils, and the school is recruiting for multiple roles This role would be a great fit for a psychology, education or social science graduate or someone who is enthusiastic about SEND and would like to pursue a career working with children A long-term contract, working for the whole academic year with the prospect of becoming a permanent member of staff Continuous CPD training for all SEN Teaching Assistants, including Phonics, Makaton, PECs, Colourful Semantics etc The ability to work in a highly supported staff team within a fantastic mainstream school Gain the opportunity to make a huge difference to the social and emotional development of an SEN child as a Graduate Teaching Assistant Requirements for Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistants A Graduate in a similar field is desirable but anyone with fantastic energy and drive is key Previous experience working as with children within a school or childcare setting however this is not essential Proactive and positive about making a difference to children’s development and wellbeing Excel at building relationships with both students and staff Live within commutable distance of Islington and surrounding areas Pay Long-term contracts are available for those who are looking for immediate work. We understand that pay is extremely important and it must be clear and simple! For that reason we have chosen to pay our staff via PAYE only. Quoted rates are gross pay and your pay will never involve employer's NI deductions or admin fees Just as roles vary, so will the remuneration depending on the role requirements and your experience. You will often see these roles advertised as daily rates, please note that we pay PAYE only, please bear in mind that all school based work will be term time only Again, we are happy to help you with any rates queries, just ask us! Interested in hearing more about our Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Roles? If you want to hear more about our Graduate Teaching Assistant 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 SEN Teaching Assistant 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.

Speech & Language Therapist - Tower Hamlets

Tower Hamlets
North East London
£170 - £190 per day
Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) Part Time In line with NHS Band 5 - 7, newly qualified SaLTs are welcome to apply! Beautiful Independent Primary School with a SEND Department of 7 students Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) or a newly qualified Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT)? Are you passionate about children's well-being? Are you interested in working in a specialist SEN department with primary children? Are you looking for a rewarding role to impact our children’s lives positively? Here at Parker Smith Inclusion I am working with indenpendant Primary School that are seeking a qualified Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) to join a well-established based in the London borough of Tower Hamlets. You will be working directly with young pupils all diagnosed with ASD, challenging behaviors and other complex needs within a lovely SEN Department with a ton of support from the SENCo an other SEND TA's. Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) Working with children and young people with Autism/ASC and moderate to severe learning disabilities Salaries in line with NHS Band Scales Part time hours Ideal Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT): Must be HCPC registered Has a degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent Has experience working with children and young people with special needs, particularly with Autism/ASC and Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD) Has personal interests in supporting children and young people with special needs A positive, proactive, and patient individual who can build good working relationships with children, teachers, parents, and carers A team player and has great communication skills Speech and Language Therapist's Main Responsibilities: Providing both individual and group speech and language therapy services to children Attending and contributing to staff meetings and Annual Review meetings Working closely with the rest of the multidisciplinary team, as well as teachers and support staff Providing a creative and nurturing learning environment where children can reach their potential Being fully aware of the school policy and implementing Health and Safety Regulations, including Risk Assessment Interested in hearing more? Parker Smith Inclusion is an ethical, people-focused recruitment consultancy dedicated to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Please contact Elise Harnwell @ PS Inclusion to hear more about our SEND opportunities! You can apply by responding to this advert! 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 consent to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements

PMLD Teacher

Tower Hamlets
North East London
£165 - £240 per day
PMLD Teacher – Tower Hamlets - 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 Outstanding SEN school located in Tower Hamlets for September 2024 Brief overview: PMLD Teacher An ‘Outstanding’ 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) Be familiar with Makaton and PECs 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 Tower Hamlets Offers education to pupils with ASC/Autism, complex needs and Severe to Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties (SLD/PMLD) 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 ASC/Autism and complex needs. 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

PRU Teaching Assistant

Tower Hamlets
North East London
£450 per week
PRU Teaching Assistant Pupil referral unit Location - Tower Hamlets Primary and Secondary PAYE payments Start September 2024 or Immediate Temp to perm Is it time for you to take on a challenge? Do you have a passion for SEND? Are you seeking a career within the SEN industry? If so, then this PRU Teaching Assistant job is for you- This could be time for you to step out of your comfort zone and take on a more challenging but also rewarding role in the SEND industry. I am working with a great school that has been put in place to make a change and a difference in pupil’s life when they may not have been given the possibility before and pushed aside. This could be your time to provide the pupils with the second chance that they need to be able to succeed in further education and have a better option when it comes to them starting their careers. This pupil referral unit has primary-aged students through to Year 11 of secondary school. They are looking for a keen and passionate teaching assistant to help direct their pupils in the right direction, giving them all the materials they need to succeed. What will you get as a PRU Teaching Assistant? Working as a PRU Teaching Assistant will welcome you into an extraordinarily diverse and inclusive community. Full support and care from the SLT. Having the ability to create a substantial social impact and influence the futures of children and young adults comes with working as a PRU Teaching Assistant Have classes that benefit the staff and the pupils for safety and give the best outcome to everyone in that environment. The Ideal PRU Teaching Assistant The ideal PRU Teaching Assistant will have a genuine passion for SEN and build a career surrounding this. The ideal PRU Teaching Assistant is resilient and adaptable. Experience in MAPA/PECS/Team Teach or other interventions is beneficial. The ideal PRU 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 PRU Teaching Assistant can adjust to and overcome challenges whilst following appropriate protocol. What to do if you think you are the ideal PRU Teaching Assistant for- Please get in touch if you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities! You can apply by the response to this advert! Using on our company website, upload your CV to our website, or email your CV to elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk Unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role if you are not contacted within five 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. It is important to note that all candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (D.B.S.) 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 G.D.P.R. requirements

Primary Teacher - SEMH School - Tower Hamlets

Tower Hamlets
North East London
£30000 - £50000
Primary Teacher - SEMH Teacher - Tower Hamlets Are you passionate about teaching students with social emotional and mental health disorders? Are you a Primary Teacher with experience in SEMH settings? or are you currently teaching in mainstream and seeking a transition into an SEND setting. SEMH specialist school We are looking for a Primary Teacher for a specialist SEMH school based in Tower Hamlets. The school caters for students who are unable to access mainstream education and has a therapeutic approach to teaching and learning with an onsite team of Therapy staff. The class sizes are very small and focus on the individual needs of students who have often experienced trauma and adverse childhood experiences. We support Education providers that 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 Primary specialist with phonics experience 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 disengaged teenagers is essential. What you can expect from this role To teach in a setting with a likeminded team who are equally as dedicated to the learning and personal development of young people Excellent facilities in a brand new fit for purpose school building Experience working in specialist therapeutic settings. Working with Multidisciplinary therapy teams Extensive specialist training from SEMH Specialists Primary Teacher Requirements Although this particular role requires QTS/QTLS we want to hear from all Teachers no matter what your qualification is! The passion to teach and inspire young people during a crucial stage of their personal and academic development. 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? 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.