1:1 Teaching Assistant

Are you currently working in a school Occupational Therapy team and looking for a change or progression? Do you have experience in Paediatric Occupational Therapy and looking for a role in which to specialise working with children? Are you a confident and motivated emerging Band 6 Occupational Therapist or a Band 7 established Occupational 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 are currently partnered with many special schools based in North & East London who are always looking to expand their Occupational Therapy offer. The schools’ Occupational Therapy Teams we are working with are across the North & East London boroughs and have opportunities covering part-time, full-time, locum, or permanent. The opportunities are flexible enough to work with you and working in schools offers great work life balance. The roles will vary depending on the type of setting and we work with Multidisciplinary/ Occupational Therapy teams in a variety of 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 Occupational Therapy teams, so a number of our schools are looking to offer permanent contracts to OTs looking for security in school based work. Opportunities include: Experienced Occupational Therapist (Band 6 equivalent) Lead Occupational Therapist (Band 7/8 equivalent) Responsible for: Delivery of Occupational Therapy within school settings, either one site or multisite or as Advisory Service for Local Authorities. Locations: Newham Waltham Forest Barking & Dagenham Hackney Haringey Islington The occupational therapy teams form part of a multi-disciplinary team to drive forward programmes of development and rehabilitation. As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide direct clinical care which will encompass Occupational 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 Occupational Therapist with the HCPC (Health Care Professions Council) or registration n process. Paediatric experience. A passion to work in Paediatric Occupational Therapy. An understanding of Occupational 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 Occupational Therapy in London! Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about our Occupational Therapy opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert, 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.

Special Needs Support Assistant – North East London Pay - £80-£100– PAYE Immediate Start The Role Are you a special needs support assistant and have the experience to work alongside young adults and children with complex needs ranging from autism to physical/sensory? The school are looking for a special needs support assistant who has the strive and ambition to help them promote equality of opportunity by maximising access and by supporting every young person to develop independence and advocacy skills, self-esteem, confidence, and respect for others. Are you the ideal candidate? Have you got experience in working with complex SEN needs? Are you a Special Needs Support Assistant with a Positive attitude? Are you happy with assisting with personal care? Do you have a passion to work with children with SEN? Have you got a calm, patient with resilient nature? Interested in hearing more about this SEN Teaching Assistant role? If you want to hear more about our SEN Teaching Assistant 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 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 are consenting to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.

Learning Mentor North East London Immediate Start £100 - £110 PAYE Daily Rate Are you looking for a new challenge where no day is ever the same? Do you have a real passion for SEND and want to do more? If this sounds like you, then please keep reading... I am working with an Independent School based in North East London that provides full-time, alternative, secondary education for young people aged between 13 and 17. This role requires a nurturing mentor who can provide support to disengaged, school refusers who struggle with anxiety within mainstream schools. Independent Specialist Day School A very challenging behaviour-based setting for students, providing education, mentoring, counselling, and family support for some of the most vulnerable young people in North East London A school for Key stage 3 – Key stage 5 students who are unable to access mainstream education due to their additional needs Some students may have more complex needs including social, emotional and health needs (SEMH) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) The school hours are 8:30-4pm (Mon-Fri) Parking available for drivers Expectations - Learning Mentor Working to ensure all students receive an inclusive education, especially those who are unable to access their education in mainstream schools This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking for new challenges, you will have the ability to make a social impact and change the path of someone’s life! A long-term contract, working for the whole academic year with the prospects of becoming a permanent member of staff The Ideal Candidate –Learning Mentor Experience working with young people with SEMH, ASD, SpLD and people with language barriers Ability to build strong relationships with staff and students Proven behaviour management skills Be able to react and adapt to challenges effectively whilst remaining professional Committed to build a career based on Special Educational Needs 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 Learning Mentor roles? If you want to hear more about our Learning Mentor 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 Learning Mentor, you are consenting to Parker Smith Inclusion Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements

Mainstream School SEN TA: £450 Per Week PAYE Long Term Role Available £90 Per Day PAYE Immediate start Are you looking to work with a friendly and supportive team in a fantastic Mainstream Secondary School? Do you have experience working with a school setting supporting pupils with Autism and ADHD? I am now working with a fantastic school in North East London whose core values recognise the importance of The Arts and creativity. They are now looking for supportive and resilient Mainstream Secondary School SEN TAs to join their wonderful team. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants to join a Secondary School working to have a hugely positive effect on the lives of pupils with Autism and Special Educational Needs. What to Expect as a Mainstream Secondary School SEN TA: The opportunity to work alongside a highly friendly and supportive team in a school where you can feel valued and like you are making a real difference The opportunity to work on a 1:1 basis to support a particular pupil with additional needs and have a really positive impact on their school life School hours and the school holidays off so you are able to maintain a great work/life balance Ongoing training and professional development whilst gaining valuable experience Being part of a team that believes in high quality and engaging teaching as well as staff wellbeing A creative environment, with a real focus on The Arts An inclusive environment with a fantastic Special Needs Provision Competitive pay rates at £90 Per Day PAYE Requirements of a Mainstream Secondary School SEN TA: Previous experience working as an SEN Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Assistant within a Secondary School would be highly valued Previous experience working with Autism and ADHD would be highly valued Previous experience working to support secondary age pupils with Special Educational Needs A friendly and positive person with a resilient personality Interested in hearing more about our Secondary TA roles? To find out more about this role please do not hesitate to get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert or by emailing elise.harnwell@psinclusion.co.uk We are looking forward to hearing from you soon! 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.

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant | September Start | £85 - 95 per day PAYE | Excellent experience for aspiring Speech and Language Therapists! 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 Camden who are seeking bubbly, engaging and energetic Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistants to join their team on a Long term/Permanent as soon as possible. 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 school has a Resource Base for children with SLCN (speech and language communication needs) 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 prospects 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, 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 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.

Mental Health Teaching Assistant Specialist SEMH School in Wandsworth £90 - £100 PAYE per day, depending on experience 8:30am-4pm - September Start An exciting opportunity has arisen at a friendly special school in Wandsworth, South West London. This school provides creative and therapeutic education to children and young people aged 11-16 who have been diagnosed with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH); some children may have other needs, including Autism/ASC and ADHD. The school is looking for a passionate and dedicated Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join the team as soon as possible or for a September start. This Mental Health Teaching Assistant role is ideal for individuals who are robust and resilient and have previous experience working with dysregulated behaviour and children and young people with additional needs, including SEMH, ASC, and ADHD. If you are an aspiring educational psychologist, clinical psychologist, therapist, counsellor, or teacher, please apply! The SEMH school offer the following benefits for a Mental Health Teaching Assistant temp to permanent contract - start in September Access to larger trust staff benefits, including teacher training Regular staff meetings Extensive training, including curriculum and safeguarding Working closely with therapy dog! Mental Health Teaching Assistant | September Start | Full-Time | Wandsworth, South West London If you are passionate about working with children and young people with additional needs and want to be in an innovative and unique school setting with access to vocational and outdoor curriculum, then please apply today to Heeji at Parker Smith Inclusion.

Complex NeedsTeaching Assistant Kingston Upon Thames, South West London Monday to Friday - Term Time Only 8:30am - 4pm Care experience is preferred DBS required Looking to make a substantial impact on children’s lives as a Teaching Assistant? We are working with a fantastic school that specializes in children ages 3 to 19 who have Complex Needs. While experience is preferred, we believe that the right personality and attitude towards this position can be just as impactful. The school welcomes applicants who have a genuine passion for supporting children with Autism. So if you are dedicated, compassionate, and truly want to make a difference, we want to hear from you! At this extraordinary school, they understand that growth and development are key to success. That's why they offer fantastic training and career progression opportunities, helping you become the best Teaching Assistant you can be. In addition to a competitive pay rate ranging from £90 to £100 per day PAYE, they also offer an immediate start (subject to vetting), this means that you can make an impact and start inspiring young minds without delay. Working alongside a wonderful and supportive team, you will have the opportunity to create positive learning experiences for students. So, if you have dreamt of becoming a teacher and impacting the lives of students with Special Educational Needs, this is your chance to turn that dream into reality. Join the team of passionate professionals and help shape the future of the incredible students. Interested in hearing more about opportunities like this? If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by responding to this advert and uploading your CV to our website. 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 details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.

Psychology Graduate London Borough of Wandsworth £425 to £475 PAYE Per Week ASAP Start Have you just graduated from university and are now looking to gain some experience working with children with SEN? Are you an aspiring Clinical Psychologist, Child Psychologist, Social Worker, or Pastoral Worker? If so this role could offer you the necessary experience to achieve your career goal! We are currently working with an outstanding school based in the London Borough of Wandsworth, and they are seeking out a Psychology Graduate to join their collaborative and supportive team as a SEN Teaching Assistant. With beautiful surroundings and fantastic facilities, this school caters to children from 3 to 19. The older children's daily learning focuses on providing them with life skills so that they can become more independent. This could include taking the students to local cafes, parks, supermarkets, and restaurants and carrying out work experience. The school focuses on what style of learning works for each child, encouraging them to develop new skills at their own pace. What you can expect as a Psychology Graduate: A therapeutic environment, ensuring the classrooms stay as calm as possible - they even have a therapy dog Fantastic opportunities to develop and build on your skills The opportunity to hugely impact each individual child's life Working with state-of-the-art facilities What will be required of you as a Psychology Graduate Personal or professional experience working with Special Educational Needs (SEN), both are just as important A nurturing, calm and patient personality A team player who can bring a positive and can-do attitude to the team The belief that each child deserves the best education possible Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by the response to this advert! If you are not contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately, 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 the new GDPR requirements.