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Care Assistant - School Based Specialist SEND school £450 PAYE per day Excellent career progression Immediate Monday-Friday Term Time Only A rewarding and fulfilling career KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4 & Early Years We, Parker Smith Inclusion, are an ethical, people-focused SEN recruitment consultancy. We care about our jobs and put our people and schools, most notably our children, before profit. We have excellent working relationships with many schools and local authorities and are growing! Are you a care assistant/support worker who is fed up of long shift patterns? Maybe you are looking for a role where you can apply your care assistant skills into changing the lives of the most vulnerable children? If you have a genuine passion for supporting children with complex learning difficulties and medical needs, please read on.. I am looking to speak to Care Assistants/Support Workers who are looking for a career change! We are currently working alongside a beautiful SEND school who cater for children with complex needs. The school support children with extremely high medical needs and severe learning difficulties. We are looking for enthusiastic, nurturing and skilled Care Assistants to join their team. The rewards in this position are immeasurable, this role really gives you the chance to make a difference to the pupils lives. Ideally, the right fit for this role will of had experience working with SEND previously, Autisim experience is preferred alongside knowledge of PMLD and other complex needs. Experience with medical administration and palliative care would be beneficial as some of the pupils require specialist care. Please get in touch if you want to hear more about our SEN 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.

SEN Teaching Assistant Enfield Early Years and Primary Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people with SEND? We are working with an ‘Outstanding’ special needs school based in Enfield and are looking for passionate, energetic, and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistants. The school caters for students with complex needs, a high number of students with ASC in early years and key stage 1 & 2. The school are looking for committed staff to stay with them long-term and can offer permanent opportunities. The school offers training and people development in any areas needed and can offer apprenticeships and help towards becoming a qualified teacher. Whether your experience is a school-based or personal experience, and you are passionate about SEND, please apply for this role! Key Responsibilities Learning Support Assistant Provide 1:1 and group support to students with SEND, helping them access the curriculum. Assist with the planning and delivery of tailored learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher. Support students with personal care needs when necessary (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing). Use visual aids, Makaton, or other communication tools to support students with communication difficulties. Promote social interaction, independent learning, and self-esteem in all students. Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to deliver individual education plans (IEPs) and monitor progress. Provide a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive emotionally and academically. Encourage positive behaviour through a consistent and caring approach, in line with the school's behaviour policy. Support with physical and sensory needs, including helping with the use of specialist equipment where required. Requirements Previous experience working in an SEN setting or with children with SEND. A genuine passion for supporting young people with special needs. Knowledge of conditions such as ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties. Ability to work well as part of a team, following guidance from teachers and other professionals. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different levels of understanding. Patience, empathy, and a calm approach in challenging situations. Willingness to undertake training in areas such as Makaton, PECS, or behaviour management strategies (training can be provided). [Desirable] Relevant qualifications such as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma, or training in SEN. 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 katie@psiclusion.co.uk

Learning Support Assistant Enfield Early Years and Primary Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people with SEND? We are working with an ‘Outstanding’ special needs school based in Enfield and are looking for passionate, energetic, and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistants. The school caters for students with complex needs, a high number of students with ASC in early years and key stage 1 & 2. The school are looking for committed staff to stay with them long-term and can offer permanent opportunities. The school offers training and people development in any areas needed and can offer apprenticeships and help towards becoming a qualified teacher. Whether your experience is a school-based or personal experience, and you are passionate about SEND, please apply for this role! Key Responsibilities Learning Support Assistant Provide 1:1 and group support to students with SEND, helping them access the curriculum. Assist with the planning and delivery of tailored learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher. Support students with personal care needs when necessary (e.g., toileting, feeding, dressing). Use visual aids, Makaton, or other communication tools to support students with communication difficulties. Promote social interaction, independent learning, and self-esteem in all students. Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to deliver individual education plans (IEPs) and monitor progress. Provide a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive emotionally and academically. Encourage positive behaviour through a consistent and caring approach, in line with the school's behaviour policy. Support with physical and sensory needs, including helping with the use of specialist equipment where required. Requirements Previous experience working in an SEN setting or with children with SEND. A genuine passion for supporting young people with special needs. Knowledge of conditions such as ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties. Ability to work well as part of a team, following guidance from teachers and other professionals. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different levels of understanding. Patience, empathy, and a calm approach in challenging situations. Willingness to undertake training in areas such as Makaton, PECS, or behaviour management strategies (training can be provided). [Desirable] Relevant qualifications such as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma, or training in SEN. 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 katie@psiclusion.co.uk

Barnet - North West London Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant PAYE Long term contracts Temp to Perm Opportunities Have you just completed a degree in Psychology? Perhaps you are an aspiring SEN Teacher? Are you looking to gain some experience in a role working with SEND? We here at Parker Smith are currently working with some fantastic Schools in Barnet, they are looking for Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant's to support their students and further their career working with SEND. We have an amazing relationship with all of our Schools and we will always make sure that you as a candidate will be a match made in heaven to the school we hope to get you placed into. Working as a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant is such a rewarding opportunity and you will go home and know you have made a difference, what an amazing end to your day! Experience working with SEND is always brilliant but equally the passion to work with SEND and the determination to learn can be enough. Working as a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant would suit somebody- Who not only delivers the job requirements but somebody who is kind, patient and who is willing to go the extra mile Who is an aspiring Teacher, Pastoral Worker, Child Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, SALT, Counsellor, and Social Worker, this will offer you relevant and vital experience for your chosen career path That is a nurturing person who makes sure all students feel important and listened to Who wishes to help build children and young adults confidence to become independent and valued members of society Able to work with smaller groups or individuals. This could be by managing behaviour in class, helping them to develop their communication skills with peers or planning activities in line with class lessons that could be easier for them to understand. Who acknowledges that some of the behaviour from students can be challenging and you must be comfortable and confident managing that behaviour That is flexible as every day is different Why work with us? We have access to a wider range of job opportunities including vacancies that haven't been advertised yet :We have partnerships with multiple schools, Local Authorities, and educational organisations and can provide teachers with access to a wider range of job opportunities. Expertise in the SEND education industry: we have specialist knowledge and experience in the SEND education industry, including an understanding of school hiring practices and requirements, which can help teachers navigate the job search process more effectively. Assistance with CV and application materials: we can provide guidance on preparing effective resumes and application materials, which can help you to stand out to schools Interview preparation and coaching: we provide interview preparation and coaching tailored to the specific school to help you feel more confident and prepared for interviews. Salary negotiation: we provide guidance on salary negotiation, ensuring that you receive a fair and competitive salary including SEN points, TLR etc One application - Multiple Opportunities: are you too busy to fill out lots of different application forms? register with us and only fill out one form Continued support: we can provide continued support throughout the job search process, even after a job offer has been made, including assistance with contract negotiations, relocation, and settling into a new teaching position. If you think you would be an incredible asset to an already incredible team then please do get in touch by applying to this advert. Unfortunately if you are not contacted within 5 working days it means your application has been unsuccessful, we will however keep your records on file and contact you if a job role becomes available that we believe is perfect for you. Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake 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.

Role: SEND Teacher Location: Barnet (North West London) Start Date: November 2024 Pay: £170 - £250 a day PAYE Are you looking for a long-term role potentially going perm? Are you working with an agency and feeling undervalued? Does your current agency provide clear opportunities for growth and progression? As a specialist SEND education recruitment consultancy, we focus on providing long-term and permanent positions that promote the professional growth and development of our candidates, while ensuring consistency and stability for schools. We do not offer daily supply or short-term roles, as our priority is to build lasting relationships that benefit both educators and young people and adults. As the SEND specialist consultant for Barnet, I collaborate with a variety of mainstream and SEN schools providing support staff, teachers and therapists. If you would like to have a confidential chat, please do not hesitate to get in contact. There couldn’t be a better time to register with us and allow us to search for the right long-term position for you. Why work with Parker Smith Inclusion? Confidential and transparent advice on your current job search. Ethical agency preferred by specialist settings. 300+ 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 SEND 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

Role: Learning Support Assistant Location: Barnet (North West London) Start Date: Immediate - permanent contract - term time only Working hours 9-3!! - Work around the school run or your studies! Are you looking for a meaningful career that works around your family life? Or perhaps you require a shorter working day to work alongside your studies? Do you have a passion and talent for supporting children and young people with additional learning needs and mental health disorders? Are you keen to make a difference to the lives of children and young people whilst building your experience and furthering your career in SEND/SEMH? I am working with a North West London SEMH School who are looking for engaging and passionate Learning Support Assistants to join them immediately. The children attending this school will have an EHCP (Education Health Care Plan) for SEMH and sometimes Autism. I am looking to speak to professional and committed Learning Support Assistants, even if your experience is informal/voluntary, we want to hear from you! What is required for this role: Passion for working with young people who require additional support to access education and social development Resilience, patience, calm manner Ability to build strong and meaningful relationships enthusiastic, dedicated, reliable Experience of working with Autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties and learning difficulties, or experience with SEMH, trauma, sensory processing, social communication What you can expect in this role: You will become part of the school's support team, your role is essential to the development of the children in your care. This is a dedicated school team led by an experienced and approachable headteacher who values his staff's wellbeing. The school is a positive place for children who have attachment disorders, and psychiatric conditions which make emotional attachments to others very difficult. Children with attachment disorders are likely to struggle academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviourally, Therefore, patience, consistency, and resilience are essential for this work. This role requires a patient and resilient learning support assistant to work with very challenging and sometimes physically challenging behaviour. For aspiring Teachers, Pastoral Workers, Child Psychologists, Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, SALTs, Counsellors, and Social Workers, these positions will offer relevant and vital experience for your chosen career path! Continued Professional Development and progression! You will have an opportunity to make a huge social impact, as a Learning Support Assistant you will change the path of someone’s life! Interested in hearing more? If you want to hear about further opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert, uploading your CV to our website, or emailing your CV to ila@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.

Role: Behaviour Mentor Location: Camden (North West London) Pay: £100-£110 a day PAYE Are you seeking to be a positive guiding force to young people, supporting them within an educational setting? We are working with a lovely school in the borough of Camden who are looking for a positive Behaviour Mentor Within this role, you will work with KS3 students. You will build a build a bond with the students and be a positive guiding force and help them as a mentor. The aim of the school is to enable the student to remain in mainstream education, supporting their emotional needs and providing positive guidance academically, socially and emotionally. The role includes training from internal and external professionals, and you will be working with various team members, therapists, support staff, teachers and more. Interested in hearing more about opportunities like this Behaviour Mentor position? 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.

ABA Trainee Tutor Kensington and Chelsea Permanent roles! £20,000 - £23,000 I am working with a SEN-specialised school based in Central London that caters for students with Autism from reception to key stage 4. The school has been consistently graded as 'outstanding' and has an exceptional leadership team. The school uses the therapy Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and Verbal Behaviour (VB), which is a unique approach to supporting children with Autism and focuses on each student's individual education programme. They school has both a primary and secondary site which are separate buildings. They are currently looking for Trainee ABA Tutors to join their welcoming and supportive teams in both primary and secondary. About the Role of ABA Trainee Tutor Will be supporting children with Autism, working 1:1 and in small groups Will have the choice between working in primary or secondary Will be given specialist training and support surrounding ABA/VB Develop your skills working with children with Autism Permanent role starting after September 2024 Requirements of a ABA Trainee Tutor Passionate about supporting students with Autism ABA experience would be desirable but not essential Graduates with SEN experience, either professional or personal are welcomed! Proactive and flexible approach Able to build professional relationships If this role sounds of interest to you, please get in contact with katie@psinclusion.co.uk. If this isn't the right role, but you are looking for a career supporting children with SEND, please also get in contact.