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Specialist SEND Teacher Location: London Borough of Havering Start Date: September 2024 (Permanent) Salary: £36,000 - £54,000 + SEN Allowance Some teaching roles give you little more than a timetable. Others give you purpose, support, and the resources to change lives. This is one of those roles. A highly respected SEN school in Havering is seeking a skilled and passionate SEN teacher to join their team on a permanent basis. If you feel your current role isn’t allowing you to teach in the way you know works best, this is your opportunity to step into a school where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your work makes a tangible difference. From the moment you step through the doors, you’ll notice the difference. SEN isn’t an afterthought here—it is embedded in the very fabric of the school. Purposefully designed spaces, specialist facilities, and a well-supported team mean you can focus on what you do best: teaching in a way that reaches every child. The school supports students across both primary and secondary stages and post-16 learners who require specialised education. The post-16 provision focuses on preparing students for the next chapter in their lives, transitioning to adult services, further education, or independent living. This role will involve working with older students, guiding them through the development of functional life skills, enhancing communication, and promoting independence in a supportive, structured setting. Leadership is proactive, present, and invested in both staff and students. You won’t be left to navigate challenges alone. Collaboration, professional development, and staff wellbeing are priorities, ensuring you feel supported at every step. What You’ll Be Doing Engaging and inspiring learners through high expectations and accessible, creative teaching methods. Supporting post-16 students in developing life skills, independence, and confidence. Helping students develop communication strategies and manage behaviours in a way that maximises learning. Taking an analytical approach to tracking progress, ensuring every student has an individualised pathway to success. Collaborating with a skilled team of teachers who share your passion for inclusive education and making a real impact. Who This Role is For A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with experience in SEN settings. Someone who understands that behaviour is communication and can create engaging, structured learning experiences. A teacher who is eager to support post-16 students as they develop functional life skills and prepare for life beyond school. A professional with experience in working with students with complex needs, including Autism, and helping them develop communication and social skills. What You’ll Find Here Specialist SEN resources and facilities that allow you to teach without limitations. A collaborative, experienced team that values professional growth and development. Leadership that listens, supports, and invests in its staff. Opportunities for career development and specialised training. A calm, purposeful, and welcoming learning environment that encourages both personal and professional growth. Access to a Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Program, and staff wellbeing initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate team, making a real difference in the lives of children with diverse learning needs and helping them reach their full potential. If this sounds like the role for you, or if you'd like to explore other opportunities, give me a call for a confidential chat or send your CV to elisha@psinclusion.co.uk If this opportunity fits with your current circumstances and ambition, please contact us to discuss how we can guide and advise you going forward. Whether it is this specific role or other SEND teaching opportunities, we can help you find the right next step for your career. Now is the time to at least be looking at the opportunities your career so far can offer you. September discussions are happening and we can facilitate conversations with multiple schools. We are very different in our approach as you will see from the voices reviewing and recommending us. If you would like your journey so far to be recognised and respected, Parker Smith Inclusion is the right partner for you and your future. At Parker Smith Inclusion, we specialise exclusively in SEND recruitment. Our reputation is built on integrity and expertise. With over 300 five-star Google reviews, we are committed to finding the right leadership opportunities for exceptional educators. Benefits of PS Inclusion supporting you in your leadership role search. Tailored School Matches – We carefully match you with schools that align with your leadership experience and career aspirations. Exclusive Opportunities – Many of our leadership roles are exclusive to Parker Smith Inclusion. That’s how much our schools trust our service and knowledge. Expert Knowledge – Our strong relationships with schools and trusts mean we can provide valuable insight into the school’s history, leadership structure, and culture. Transparent Pay Structure – All long-term roles are PAYE only, with no hidden umbrella costs. Your salary is matched from the beginning of your contract. Comprehensive Interview Support – We offer detailed interview preparation, increasing your chances of success. Specialist Settings – Opportunities in schools supporting children and young people with SEMH, EBSA, PMLD, SLD, ASC, Complex Needs, and MLD.

Do you feel undervalued and unsupported in your current SEND Teaching assistant position? Are you tired of not having the resources needed to support the children with SEND in your class? Are you ready for a position where you can fully invest your skills and experience? As an teaching assistant, you will know how important it is to feel valued and supported. This is an “Outstanding” specialist SEND school where the SLT are heavily involved in the day to day running of the school, even present in the classrooms. A modern purpose-built facility with playgrounds equipped for physical exploration and interactive play. This school has ensured that excellent resources have been provided to positively contribute to your experience. An opportunity to work with students with a range of needs where you can gain more experience and knowledge to provide the best support you can. Whether you are coming from a mainstream environment, SEND school or are a graduate looking for your first teaching assistant experience, the school will be incredibly supportive of this next stage of your journey. If this school feels like somewhere you can thrive in your career, or if you would like to discuss other opportunities, please contact me on 02030114848 and ask to speak to Faye, or email me on faye@psinclusion.co.uk and we can discuss how I can help you.

Mainstream Primary Teaching Assistant SEND based role Hillingdon, North West London 8:00am - 15:30pm Monday - Friday We are working with a lovely mainstream primary school which is a part of a well-established academy, they are a beautifully resourced and modern school with very low levels of behaviour across all classes. Within this role, you will be working within a year 3 class, working alongside 3x Teaching Assistants and 1x Class Teacher, supporting the more vulnerable students within the class, and offering academic and emotional support to the pupils who require this the most. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills, all whilst building bonds with the students and helping them to grow and overcome barriers to learning. So, if this rewarding role sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, why not apply today? The ideal candidate: The ideal Primary Teaching Assistant would have experience working with children with autism, personal or professional experience I would love to hear from you The ideal candidate will be proactive in their approach The ideal candidate will be prepared to manage challenging behaviour and support students who may come from challenging or disadvantaged backgrounds Experience would be preferred but if you have a can-do attitude I want to hear from you Interested in hearing more about our 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 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.

Graduate Teaching Assistant Northwood £85 - £90 per day - paid PAYE September 2025 Monday to Friday - Term Time Only Are you a graduate interested in supporting those with additional needs and making a change in young people’s lives? We are working with a range of fantastic schools in the London borough of Harrow to find Graduate Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs, this role in particular is to support KS1 students within a Mainstream Primary School each with an individual EHCP (Education Health Care Plan), the students within this school require extra support inside and outside of the classroom, you would need to manage behaviour, re-direct them to their classwork, work on social skills and communication skills, and other general support. We have different opportunities available to work with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health, students with Autism, students removed from mainstream education, SEND provisions in mainstream schools and students with other needs. These opportunities are long-term roles and would see you working in a single school of your choosing. This is a great way to gain experience and make a positive impact on young people’s lives, with opportunities to get training and develop different pathways working within SEND and the education sector. This is a great way to launch your career and gain valuable experience whilst working in a rewarding role. Duties, times and training vary depending on what school you are in. However, you will do a trial day before deciding where you want to stay. This means you will be in the best position for yourself, doing what you are looking for workwise and gaining the experience which is most valuable for what you're pursuing in your career. You will build bonds with students, provide guidance to them and support them within a classroom environment. So, if this sounds like the role for you, why not apply today and I will be in contact with you.

Mental Health Teaching Assistant Hillingdon, North West London ASAP Start, full-time (term time only) We are working with a specialist SEMH provision in Hillingdon, and the school is seeking a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to join them for a September 2025 start position. The School This is a specialist SEMH provision, not a Pupil Referral Unit. The provision aims to provide a nurturing and therapeutic educational experience through personalised learning and development by offering young people a physical, intellectual, emotional and social curriculum, ensuring they meet each pupil's needs individually. You would work alongside a team of experienced, dedicated staff who focus on the children's positive attributes. These pupils will all have Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). Some will also have additional needs such as Autism and ADHD. The ideal Mental Health Teaching Assistant Do you have experience working in a SEN school, SEN resource provision within mainstream school, or Alternative Provision? Are you looking to make a difference in a young person’s life who has Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH)? Are you looking to work with children and young people with dysregualted behaviour? Can you develop meaningful relationships with children who has complex mental health? Are you looking for your next challenge? If you answered yes to the above questions, then this could be your role.. If you want to hear more about our Mental Health Teaching Assistant opportunities, please get in touch with Caitlin @ Parker Smith Inclusion! You can also apply by responding 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

Early Years SEND Teaching Assistant ASD and complex needs Mainstream Primary ARP A vibrant and welcoming mainstream primary school that is dedicated to inclusive learning, they have a separate ARP that caters for children with ASD and complex needs but the children are still very much involved in mainstream school life. The ARP is a nurturing environment where the curriculum is designed to meet the needs of pupils through a personalised approach. It focuses on the early communication, social and emotional and cognitive skills, you will be working within the ARP supporting reception aged children with SEND. SEND Teaching Assistant experience is always beneficial, but please don't think that it is essential for the role , this school will welcome people who want to work with children with SEND, It might be that you have a family member with SEND, or you may have been working in a Nursery setting and you want to transition your skillset. Whatever the reason may be that you want to work in this setting with children with SEND then don't hesitate to get in touch. Why should you work with us? Friendly advice to help you with your job search Long term with temp to perm opportunities We pay PAYE and don't use umbrella companies A wider range of job opportunities including vacancies that haven't been advertised yet Expertise in the SEND education industry Online learning hub with SEND training Ongoing advice and support Interview preparation and coaching Matching you with the right role for you Reach out to me on 02030114848 and ask for Faye or email me at faye@psinclusion.co.uk and we can have a chat about what you are looking for and how I can help

Secondary Pupil Referral Unit HLTA Immediate Start £120-140 per day PAYE Are you looking for a new challenge, have you ever considered working within a PRU? PRU's are specialist provisions that provide education for students who are unable to access mainstream settings, they have a dedicated team that focus on the unique needs of each child, providing tailored lessons that help them succeed. PRU's are not just a place for students to be educated but also feel nurtured and safe. The students may feel let down by the education system and as the trust builds so does the chance for progression in learning. PRU's prioritise emotional well-being, offering a safe space for students to grow, learn, and build confidence. The smaller class sizes allow for strong meaningful relationships to develop between students and staff , and allow for all students to feel heard and supported. PRU's provide a bespoke curriculum catering to each students needs, this helps to engage students and encourage them to develop a love for learning. PRU's understand behaviour and focus on not just managing the behaviour but understanding why it occurs. Using a therapeutic and trauma informed approach, and helping student to re-regulate and discuss the frustrations they are feeling without judgement. If a PRU feels like somewhere you can thrive in your career, or if you would like to discuss other opportunities in alternative settings, please contact me on 02030114848 and ask to speak to Faye, or email me on faye@psinclusion.co.uk and we can discuss how I can help you.

Outdoor Specialist SEN Teacher Up to £47500 per year ASAP Start Epping Forest SLCN specialist Are you looking for a different and unique teaching role where you can fulfill your love of the outdoors? Are you an animal lover who is at peace in nature? If this sounds like you please read on and apply for this once in a lifetime opportunity About the Outdoor Specialist SEN Teacher role Secondary class Bespoke learning curriculum focused on outdoor learning Less academic focus more practical curriculum Highly therapeutic SCERTS framework The SEN school This is a multisite special school catering to children and young people with a wide cohort of needs including young people with complex social communicational difficulties. Although your base will be at one of the sites, the role will involve travel and work at various outdoor venues which is perfect for any teachers who are seeking a role with variety. Interested in this Outdoor Specialist SEN Teacher role? If you are reading this SEN Teacher advert and wondering whether to apply, please do! Parker Smith Inclusion is an ethical SEND specialist organisation, read our 5* google reviews and get to know us, like we get to know you! We are here to offer you expert guidance and if this school isn’t right for you, we will tell you and inform you of ones that are **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**